Analytical Procedures Used in FDA Laboratories for theAnalysis of Hallucinogenic Drugs
Robert J. Martin, Thomas G. Alexander
Journal of AOAC INTERNATIONAL January 1, 1968 DOI: 10.1093/jaoac/51.1.159 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractUltraviolet, infrared, and thin-layer chromatography (TLC) methods can separate and identify hallucinogenic drugs such as LSD, DMT, and psilocybin. The paper describes specific procedures for each of these substances and provides general background information on hallucinogenic drugs.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Ayahuasca Psilocybin |
| Keywords | Hallucinogen Designer drug Pharmacology |
| Citations | 6 |
| Key finding | Ultraviolet, infrared, and TLC procedures can separate and identify hallucinogenic drugs including LSD, DMT, and psilocybin. |
Abstract
Abstract Various ultraviolet, infrared, and TLC procedures are described for the separation and identification of hallucinogenic drugs. Specific methods for LSD, DMT, and psilocybin are also presented, along with general background information for the hallucinogenic drugs.