Tag: GC-MS
Marijuana Testing: How THC Is Detected and Quantified in Forensic Labs
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Aug 17 2026
Explore how forensic labs detect and quantify THC using GC-MS and immunoassays. Learn the differences between blood and urine testing, legal thresholds, and common pitfalls in cannabis toxicology.
GC-MS Analysis: The Gold Standard in Forensic Toxicology
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Aug 17 2026
Discover why Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry remains the gold standard in forensic toxicology. We break down the science, legal weight, and practical limitations of GC-MS in drug testing.
Cocaine Identification: Distinguishing from Adulterants in Forensic Analysis
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Aug 17 2026
Learn how forensic analysts distinguish cocaine from common adulterants like mannitol and lidocaine using microscopy, presumptive tests, and advanced instruments like GC-MS.
Confirmatory Testing: The Definitive Guide to Drug Identification
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 13 2026
Discover how confirmatory testing provides definitive drug identification using advanced methods like LC-MS/MS and GC-MS, ensuring accuracy and legal defensibility in forensic and workplace settings.