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Synthetic Cannabinoids

Alias: toxicology

Discipline: Clinical Chemistry

Test information: This is NOT the same test as 'traditional' Cannabis which is included in the urine DOA screen.
The detection window for synthetic cannabinoids in blood is approximately 1-2 days. This test detects the six synthetic cannabinoid compounds used currently in the UK.

Specimen Type(s)
  • Blood;
Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)
N/A
Specimen Container - Adult
  • Purple Top BD;
Specimen Container - Paediatric
  • Lilac Top Microtainer BD;
Analytes
  • N/A;
Part of a test profile?
N/A
Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory
1ml
Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport
None
Maximum add on time
N/A
Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation
Please see the report.
UKAS number
8407
UKAS accredited test?
Yes
Comments
N/A

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Last updated: 11-09-2023