GHB – Urine Test for Gamma-Hydroxybutyric Acid, Semi-Quantitative

GHB (Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate) Urine Test is a rapid and reliable immunochromatographic assay for the qualitative detection of the substance in home or clinical settings. The test serves as an effective screening tool in cases of suspected intoxication or unintentional ingestion (abuse for the purpose of sexual assault).

What is GHB?

Gamma-hydroxybutyric acid (known as GHB) is a potent central nervous system depressant, which occurs naturally in the human body in trace amounts but is also produced synthetically for medical and recreational purposes.

• Narrow Therapeutic Window: The difference between the dose that induces euphoria and the dose that leads to unconsciousness is extremely small.
• Date-rape drug: Since it is an odorless, colorless liquid, GHB is sometimes secretly slipped into victims’ drinks for the purpose of sexual assault (date-rape drug).
• Deadly Combinations: Mixing GHB with alcohol, benzodiazepines, or opioids intensifies respiratory depression and often leads to fatal overdose.

Drug Detection Window

Urine drug tests detect both the drugs themselves and, in certain tests, their metabolites. The metabolism process is influenced by individual factors such as weight, age, individual metabolism, and specific usage patterns (combination with liquids, food, alcohol, etc.). Therefore, the time during which a given drug can be detected in urine—the so-called detection window— is sometimes broader. The values given below are approximate, and shorter or longer detection periods cannot be ruled out.

Characteristics of a Urine Test for GHB

• Substance to be detected: GHB (Gamma-hydroxybutyric acid)
• Analysis: chromatographic immunoassay
• Cut-off (detection threshold): 10 µg/mL
• Detection window: 3 to 12 hours after ingestion. Important! Because the substance is rapidly eliminated from the body, the test should be performed as soon as possible after suspected ingestion.
• Testing time: 5 minutes

Advantages of a urine test for GHB

• Quick results: Ready for interpretation just 5 minutes after adding 3 drops of urine to the cassette’s collection well.
• Semi-quantitative test: based on the degree of color development, the concentration level can be determined, and from there, the approximate time of ingestion.
• Discreet use: suitable for at-home testing, without a visit to a lab
• High accuracy and reliability. See the specifications in the full product instructions.

Complete instructions for use and technical specifications (English).

Application

Urine tests are suitable for screening for drug use:

• • among families and loved ones concerned about their children or friends;
  • in schools and other educational institutions;
  • in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and clinics providing substitution therapy;
  • in prisons, correctional facilities, and other similar institutions.

To test a drink laced with GHB, choose the specialized test Party Bracelet.

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