A biological specimen, like blood, sweat, urine, saliva or hair, is used for technical analysis when testing for the drug cannabis. The biological specimen will show the presence of the cannabis ingredients (usually THC) or the metabolites (the products broken down). People use cannabis testing kits to check if individuals are using the drug. The … Read more
For years, drugs such as Fentanyl have been on the market and provided time and time again to ‘help people in need’. However, the name Fentanyl has become a little more embroiled recently as it has been attributed as ‘the drug that killed Prince’. When the music legend died last year, there was much work … Read more
Drugs are generally classified as belonging to one of three groups – depressants, stimulants and hallucinogens. (See our article: The Three Main Categories of Drugs). Mixing drugs is never a good idea, for a multitude of reasons: Taking two types of similar drugs can be dangerous, increasing the negative risks associated with both.For example, it … Read more
A consistently popular breathalyser for personal use, the AL6000 has an ergonomic design with a soft rubber grip that makes it easy to use without slipping straight through your fingers. What sets the AL6000 apart from its competitors is that, unlike similar personal breathalysers on the market, it does not require regular calibration. While other … Read more
An important factor that must be considered when carrying out drug testing is the application of cut-off levels. All drug screens have a cut off level which is internationally decided by by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). In this article we look at the Drug Test Cut Off Levels for various commonly … Read more
We will take a closer look at Xanax in this blog post, the reason for its popularity with teens and how to identify the warning signs. Xanax – the Drug Many Parents Dread This is probably the scariest drug that parents have to deal with. Teens are increasingly using this prescription anti-anxiety medication at their … Read more
The Scoop on Spotting Methadone Use Ever wondered how long methadone lingers in the body after use? As a synthetic opioid frequently used in addiction treatment, methadone leaves telltale traces. Let’s dive into the gritty details on detecting this substance. A Primer on Methadone Tests Methadone gets metabolised into two primary byproducts – EDDP and … Read more
What is an Oral Fluid Drug Test? An oral fluid drug test is a drug test that is done by collecting saliva to detect the presence of drugs. Oral fluid drug testing has been around since the 1980s, and it is used in workplaces and schools to help determine if someone has taken drugs or … Read more
What Is A Saliva Drug Test A saliva drug test is a simple, non-invasive, and inexpensive way to screen for drugs. Saliva drug tests are becoming more popular as they are easy to use and can be done quickly. They can also be used in the workplace or at home. A saliva drug test is a … Read more
What is a Saliva Drug Test? Saliva drug tests are a convenient, non-invasive way of screening for drugs. They can be used by employers to test employees who are under suspicion of drug use. They work by detecting the presence of certain drugs in the saliva (also called oral fluid). These tests have been around … Read more