UPSIT Smell Identification Test (pk/7)

Description

The UPSIT (University of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test) is the most widely used quantitative smell test in the world, designed to accurately assess olfactory function in clinical, research, and industrial settings. As the official distributor of Sensonics UPSIT in Europe, we supply original, validated UPSIT tests directly from the manufacturer.

The UPSIT smell test will be delivered in a package of 7 tests and is available in multiple languages. Select your language in the drop down menu above.

What is the UPSIT smell test?

The UPSIT smell test is a standardized, validated tool for measuring a person’s ability to identify odors. The test consists of four booklets with a total of 40 microencapsulated “scratch & sniff” odorants, each combined with a multiple-choice question. The user selects one of four answers for each odor, making the test reliable and easy to administer. Thanks to its forced-choice design, the UPSIT provides objective and reproducible results, even in individuals with reduced smell perception.

The University of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test (UPSIT) provides an absolute indication of smell loss (anosmia; mild, moderate, or severe microsomia) as well as an index to detect malingering. Norms from nearly 4,000 men and women spanning the entire age range provide a basis for examinee percentile rank. The Smell Identification Test is the most widely used olfactory test, having been administered to nearly 1,000,000 people worldwide. It is easily self-administered in 10-15 minutes.

Why choose the UPSIT?

• Gold standard in smell testing worldwide
• Clinically validated and extensively researched
• High reliability (test-retest > 0.90)
• Suitable for clinical, occupational, and research use
• Easy self-administration or supervised use
• Quantitative results with normative comparison

The UPSIT is widely used in ENT, neurology, occupational health, and research, and has been applied in studies involving conditions such as smell loss, neurodegenerative diseases, and exposure to chemicals.

Interpretation of UPSIT results

A key strength of the UPSIT smell test is its standardized scoring system. Test results are expressed as the number of correct answers (maximum score: 40), which are then compared to normative data based on age and gender.

Important: The UPSIT administration manual is essential for correct interpretation of the results. It contains:

• Normative tables (age & gender based)
• Classification of smell dysfunction (anosmia, microsmia, normosmia)
• Clinical interpretation guidelines

Without the manual, results cannot be properly evaluated or clinically interpreted.

University of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test

The UPSIT was created by University of Pennsylvania physician and professor of psychology and otorhinolaryngology Dr. Richard Doty. Dr. Doty is also the director of the University of Pennsylvania’s Smell and Taste Center. The test has a secondary purpose as a self-examination test in the diagnosis of many diseases including Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s. The original test has been altered in several ways to be useful in numerous languages and cultures.

Developed at the University of Pennsylvania with funding from the National Institutes of Health, the UPSIT is comprised of 4 booklets, each containing 10 micro encapsulated (scratch & sniff) odors. On each page, there is a different scratch and sniff strip which are embedded with a odorant and a four choice multiple choice question on each page. The scents are released using a pencil. After each scent is released, the patient smells the level and detects the odor from the four choices. There is an answer column on the back of the test booklet, and the test is scored out of 40 items. The score is compared to scores in a normative database from 4000 normal individuals, this tells the level of absolute smell function. The score also indicates how the patient does in accordance to their age group and gender.

Available languages UPSIT

Available in 28 languages such as American, Arabic, British, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish. The UPSIT smell test is available in multiple languages, making it suitable for international use and cross-cultural research. Please contact us for current language availability.

Expiration date UPSIT

Please note, all Sensonics smell tests have a shelf life up to 6 months after production. This means that the smell tests have a shelf life of approx. 5-6 months upon delivery. If you need larger quantities over a longer period of time, please contact us for a quote. We can then split the order into several deliveries so that you always use valid smell tests.

Manual and score key

The Smell Identification Test™ Administration Manual, which includes one scoring key, is essential for test interpretation and must be ordered separately. If this is the first-time ordering, we recommend purchasing the Administration Manual which also includes 1 scoring key.

Official UPSIT distributor in Europe

We are the official European distributor of Sensonics UPSIT tests, ensuring:

• Original products from Sensonics
• Reliable supply and fast delivery without import duties and taxes from the US
• Expert support for product selection and use
• Availability for clinical and research institutions

Order the UPSIT smell test

Interested in the UPSIT smell test?

You can order directly via our webshop, or contact us for advice:

• Email: info@medi-sense.nl
• Order online via our webshop
• Use our contact form for questions or quotations

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