Alternative Matrices for Cocaine, Heroin, and Methadone In Utero Drug Exposure Detection

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Authors

Marta Concheiro · Universidade de Santiago de Compostela

Eva González Colmenero · University Hospital Complex Of Vigo

Elena Lendoiro · Universidade de Santiago de Compostela

Ana Concheiro‐Guisán · University Hospital Complex Of Vigo

Ana de Castro · Universidade de Santiago de Compostela

Angelines Cruz · Universidade de Santiago de Compostela

Manuel López‐Rivadulla

Abstract

Maternal hair is the most sensitive specimen to detect drug consumption during pregnancy. Placenta and umbilical cord could be alternatives to meconium for detecting high in utero drug exposure.

Topics & Keywords

Prenatal Substance Exposure Effects Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

Volume 35, Issue 4, pp. 502-509

DOI: 10.1097/ftd.0b013e31828a6148

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