Toxicology laboratories employ various analytical techniques to detect and quantify substances:
- Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS): Used for identifying volatile and semi-volatile compounds. - Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS): Suitable for a wide range of substances, including non-volatile compounds. - Immunoassays: Useful for quick screening of drugs and other substances. - Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS): Used to analyze metal concentrations. - Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS): Ideal for detecting trace elements and heavy metals.
