Detection of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in oral fluid, blood and urine following oral consumption of low-content THC hemp oil.
Hemp-derivative (Cannabis sativa L.) food products containing trace levels of Δ-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are proposed for consumption in Australia and New Zealand however, it is unclear whether use of these products will negatively affect existing drug screening protocols. This double-blind, within-subjects, cross-over trial assessed 35 adults (17 male 18 female), aged 22-52 years Mean30.7, Standard Deviation (S.D)±7.6. Low dose THC oil 5mL bearer sesame oil containing 10mgkg THC (0.046mg THC per 5mL dose) high dose THC oil 5mL bearer sesame oil containing 20mgkg THC (0.092mg THC per 5mL dose) and a placebo oil (THC negative) was consumed during a three-week protocol. The Securetec Drugwipe