Toxicology & Substance Testing THC

THC & Metabolites.

THC and THC-COOH detection from DBS by LC-MS/MS. Cannabis use assessment from a finger-prick sample.

Quick Reference
Method
LC-MS/MS
Sample Types
DBS
Analytes

2 analytes

Enquire About This Test

What does this test assess?

This method detects THC and its primary metabolite THC-COOH in dried blood spots, enabling assessment of recent cannabis use or exposure.

Clinical indications include:

  • Detection of recent cannabis use
  • Assessment of passive cannabis exposure
  • Monitoring of cannabis abstinence in clinical settings
  • Research on cannabis pharmacokinetics

Measured analytes

Analyte coverage

THC (Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol) and THC-COOH (11-nor-9-carboxy-THC, primary inactive metabolite).

Analytical technique

Both analytes are measured by isotope-dilution LC-MS/MS from DBS, providing specific and sensitive detection of cannabis use without cross-reactivity with other cannabinoids or interfering substances.

Interested in this method?

Whether you need testing services, method transfer, or white-label kit development — we'd love to hear from you.