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THC Update Content:THC Update Content:THC Update Content:THC Update Content:

IntroductionIntroduction

Marijuana Pharmacology Marijuana Pharmacology & Effects& Effects

Urinalysis & Drug Lab Urinalysis & Drug Lab Procedures Procedures

IntroductionIntroduction

Marijuana Pharmacology Marijuana Pharmacology & Effects& Effects

Urinalysis & Drug Lab Urinalysis & Drug Lab Procedures Procedures

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Reduce the impact of THC use on the Reduce the impact of THC use on the army.army.

Understand the effects of THC on the Understand the effects of THC on the body and brain.body and brain.

To diminish “barracks lawyer” tales.To diminish “barracks lawyer” tales.

Reduce the impact of THC use on the Reduce the impact of THC use on the army.army.

Understand the effects of THC on the Understand the effects of THC on the body and brain.body and brain.

To diminish “barracks lawyer” tales.To diminish “barracks lawyer” tales.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVESGOALS AND OBJECTIVESGOALS AND OBJECTIVESGOALS AND OBJECTIVES

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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION

Marijuana is still the #1 illicit drug of choice in the Marijuana is still the #1 illicit drug of choice in the ARMYARMY

Marijuana is considered to be a gateway drug to other Marijuana is considered to be a gateway drug to other drug use and abuse.drug use and abuse.

Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”

ARMY DRUG USE 1998 DOD SURVEYARMY DRUG USE 1998 DOD SURVEY

9.8 % (7.7% is Marijuana) used in the past 12 months9.8 % (7.7% is Marijuana) used in the past 12 months

Marijuana is still the #1 illicit drug of choice in the Marijuana is still the #1 illicit drug of choice in the ARMYARMY

Marijuana is considered to be a gateway drug to other Marijuana is considered to be a gateway drug to other drug use and abuse.drug use and abuse.

Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”

ARMY DRUG USE 1998 DOD SURVEYARMY DRUG USE 1998 DOD SURVEY

9.8 % (7.7% is Marijuana) used in the past 12 months9.8 % (7.7% is Marijuana) used in the past 12 months

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Introduction: 1960’s –1970’sIntroduction: 1960’s –1970’sIntroduction: 1960’s –1970’sIntroduction: 1960’s –1970’s

Aftermath of VietnamAftermath of VietnamDrug treatment centers Drug treatment centers opened.opened.A decade of changeA decade of changeDrug screening labs Drug screening labs upgraded to forensicupgraded to forensicMandatory urinalysis.Mandatory urinalysis.

Aftermath of VietnamAftermath of VietnamDrug treatment centers Drug treatment centers opened.opened.A decade of changeA decade of changeDrug screening labs Drug screening labs upgraded to forensicupgraded to forensicMandatory urinalysis.Mandatory urinalysis.

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Introduction: War on DrugsIntroduction: War on DrugsIntroduction: War on DrugsIntroduction: War on Drugs

1980 33% Of The Military Reported 1980 33% Of The Military Reported Illicit Drug UseIllicit Drug Use

1981 - U.S.S. NIMITZ Crash of1981 - U.S.S. NIMITZ Crash ofMarine Corps EA-6BMarine Corps EA-6B

Autopsies Of Killed Sailors And Marines Autopsies Of Killed Sailors And Marines Revealed THC in Six BodiesRevealed THC in Six Bodies

DOD Declared “War On Drugs.”DOD Declared “War On Drugs.”

1980 33% Of The Military Reported 1980 33% Of The Military Reported Illicit Drug UseIllicit Drug Use

1981 - U.S.S. NIMITZ Crash of1981 - U.S.S. NIMITZ Crash ofMarine Corps EA-6BMarine Corps EA-6B

Autopsies Of Killed Sailors And Marines Autopsies Of Killed Sailors And Marines Revealed THC in Six BodiesRevealed THC in Six Bodies

DOD Declared “War On Drugs.”DOD Declared “War On Drugs.”

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Introduction:Introduction:AttitudesAttitudes

Introduction:Introduction:AttitudesAttitudes

Shifting attitudes among parents of today's Shifting attitudes among parents of today's generation who themselves used marijuana in generation who themselves used marijuana in the 60’s -70’s.the 60’s -70’s.

Shifting attitudes among parents of today's Shifting attitudes among parents of today's generation who themselves used marijuana in generation who themselves used marijuana in the 60’s -70’s.the 60’s -70’s.

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Introduction: TrendsIntroduction: TrendsIntroduction: TrendsIntroduction: Trends

More intense patterns of marijuana abuse More intense patterns of marijuana abuse such as “Blunt” marijuana cigars.such as “Blunt” marijuana cigars.

Changes in public perception about Changes in public perception about marijuana as reflected by open use of the marijuana as reflected by open use of the drug in film, media, musical recordings and drug in film, media, musical recordings and rock or rap videos.rock or rap videos.

$$ $$ Marijuana can sell for $600 an ounce, Marijuana can sell for $600 an ounce, $8,000 a pound, $20 for a blunt cigar.$8,000 a pound, $20 for a blunt cigar.

More intense patterns of marijuana abuse More intense patterns of marijuana abuse such as “Blunt” marijuana cigars.such as “Blunt” marijuana cigars.

Changes in public perception about Changes in public perception about marijuana as reflected by open use of the marijuana as reflected by open use of the drug in film, media, musical recordings and drug in film, media, musical recordings and rock or rap videos.rock or rap videos.

$$ $$ Marijuana can sell for $600 an ounce, Marijuana can sell for $600 an ounce, $8,000 a pound, $20 for a blunt cigar.$8,000 a pound, $20 for a blunt cigar.

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Pulmonary risks of smoking marijuana Pulmonary risks of smoking marijuana are often ignored.are often ignored.

Addiction is associated with alcohol and Addiction is associated with alcohol and other drugs – not marijuana. other drugs – not marijuana.

THC is psychologically addictive - abuse THC is psychologically addictive - abuse and addiction is frequently denied.and addiction is frequently denied.

Pulmonary risks of smoking marijuana Pulmonary risks of smoking marijuana are often ignored.are often ignored.

Addiction is associated with alcohol and Addiction is associated with alcohol and other drugs – not marijuana. other drugs – not marijuana.

THC is psychologically addictive - abuse THC is psychologically addictive - abuse and addiction is frequently denied.and addiction is frequently denied.

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Marijuana is a psychoactive or mind Marijuana is a psychoactive or mind altering drug.altering drug.Psychoactive drugs can Psychoactive drugs can produce a produce a mind state similar to psychosis.mind state similar to psychosis.

PsychosisPsychosis - A major mental disorder in - A major mental disorder in which the personality is verywhich the personality is very seriously seriously disorganized.disorganized.

Marijuana is a psychoactive or mind Marijuana is a psychoactive or mind altering drug.altering drug.Psychoactive drugs can Psychoactive drugs can produce a produce a mind state similar to psychosis.mind state similar to psychosis.

PsychosisPsychosis - A major mental disorder in - A major mental disorder in which the personality is verywhich the personality is very seriously seriously disorganized.disorganized.

Pharmacology Of MarijuanaPharmacology Of Marijuana Pharmacology Of MarijuanaPharmacology Of Marijuana

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Marijuana is the term used in the U.S. Marijuana is the term used in the U.S. to to refer to the cannabis plant.refer to the cannabis plant.

Delta 9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Delta 9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active ingredient that causes is the active ingredient that causes the “high”.the “high”.

THC is much stronger today than THC is much stronger today than in the 1960’s:in the 1960’s:

1% THC content in 1960’s 1% THC content in 1960’s 3 – 28% today3 – 28% today

Marijuana is the term used in the U.S. Marijuana is the term used in the U.S. to to refer to the cannabis plant.refer to the cannabis plant.

Delta 9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Delta 9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active ingredient that causes is the active ingredient that causes the “high”.the “high”.

THC is much stronger today than THC is much stronger today than in the 1960’s:in the 1960’s:

1% THC content in 1960’s 1% THC content in 1960’s 3 – 28% today3 – 28% today

Pharmacology Of MarijuanaPharmacology Of Marijuana Pharmacology Of MarijuanaPharmacology Of Marijuana

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Recent domestic report Recent domestic report revealed 29.86% THC revealed 29.86% THC content.content.

Much more dangerous Much more dangerous today. today.

Mixing other drugs Mixing other drugs with THC by drug with THC by drug dealers and users.dealers and users.

Recent domestic report Recent domestic report revealed 29.86% THC revealed 29.86% THC content.content.

Much more dangerous Much more dangerous today. today.

Mixing other drugs Mixing other drugs with THC by drug with THC by drug dealers and users.dealers and users.

Pharmacology Of MarijuanaPharmacology Of Marijuana Pharmacology Of MarijuanaPharmacology Of Marijuana

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MarijuanaMarijuana - Made from the leaves, flowers or - Made from the leaves, flowers or stems of the hemp plant.stems of the hemp plant.Hash/HashishHash/Hashish - Concentrated form of marijuana - Concentrated form of marijuana

by compressing marijuana resins into small by compressing marijuana resins into small blocks.blocks.Hash OilHash Oil - Made by soaking marijuana in a - Made by soaking marijuana in a chemical solvent (such as rubbing alcohol) and chemical solvent (such as rubbing alcohol) and then evaporating the solvent to obtain an oil then evaporating the solvent to obtain an oil concentrateconcentrate..

MarijuanaMarijuana - Made from the leaves, flowers or - Made from the leaves, flowers or stems of the hemp plant.stems of the hemp plant.Hash/HashishHash/Hashish - Concentrated form of marijuana - Concentrated form of marijuana

by compressing marijuana resins into small by compressing marijuana resins into small blocks.blocks.Hash OilHash Oil - Made by soaking marijuana in a - Made by soaking marijuana in a chemical solvent (such as rubbing alcohol) and chemical solvent (such as rubbing alcohol) and then evaporating the solvent to obtain an oil then evaporating the solvent to obtain an oil concentrateconcentrate..

Three Basic FormsThree Basic FormsThree Basic FormsThree Basic Forms

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• When smoked, the marijuana is absorbed When smoked, the marijuana is absorbed

through the capillaries in the lungs.through the capillaries in the lungs.

• When the marijuana is eaten, the chemicals When the marijuana is eaten, the chemicals

are are absorbed into the small intestines.absorbed into the small intestines.

• When smoked, the marijuana is absorbed When smoked, the marijuana is absorbed

through the capillaries in the lungs.through the capillaries in the lungs.

• When the marijuana is eaten, the chemicals When the marijuana is eaten, the chemicals

are are absorbed into the small intestines.absorbed into the small intestines.

PharmacologyPharmacologyPharmacologyPharmacology

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Acute EffectsAcute EffectsAcute EffectsAcute Effects

EuphoriaEuphoria Increased Heart RateIncreased Heart Rate

Short Term Short Term Memory LossMemory Loss

Loss of CoordinationLoss of Coordination

ParanoiaParanoia

HallucinationsHallucinations

PsychosisPsychosis

Chronic Panic AttacksChronic Panic Attacks

Increased AppetiteIncreased Appetite

Bloodshot EyesBloodshot Eyes

Dry Mouth/ThroatDry Mouth/Throat

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• Marijuana smoke contains more tar and Marijuana smoke contains more tar and cancer causing substances than tobacco cancer causing substances than tobacco smoke.smoke.

• Smoking one joint = five cigarettes.Smoking one joint = five cigarettes.

• With one puff you inhale 150 cancer - With one puff you inhale 150 cancer - causing substances and twice as much tar causing substances and twice as much tar as with tobacco.as with tobacco.

• Marijuana smoke contains more tar and Marijuana smoke contains more tar and cancer causing substances than tobacco cancer causing substances than tobacco smoke.smoke.

• Smoking one joint = five cigarettes.Smoking one joint = five cigarettes.

• With one puff you inhale 150 cancer - With one puff you inhale 150 cancer - causing substances and twice as much tar causing substances and twice as much tar as with tobacco.as with tobacco.

Acute EffectsAcute EffectsAcute EffectsAcute Effects

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• Smoking marijuana can cause: Smoking marijuana can cause: – BronchitisBronchitis– Lung cancerLung cancer– Brain damageBrain damage

• Smoking marijuana causes some Smoking marijuana causes some neurotransmitters to clump up and become neurotransmitters to clump up and become inactive.inactive.

• Neurotransmitters send messages throughout Neurotransmitters send messages throughout the brain for body functions.the brain for body functions.

• Interferes with thinking, ability to focus, Interferes with thinking, ability to focus, memory lapses.memory lapses.

• Smoking marijuana can cause: Smoking marijuana can cause: – BronchitisBronchitis– Lung cancerLung cancer– Brain damageBrain damage

• Smoking marijuana causes some Smoking marijuana causes some neurotransmitters to clump up and become neurotransmitters to clump up and become inactive.inactive.

• Neurotransmitters send messages throughout Neurotransmitters send messages throughout the brain for body functions.the brain for body functions.

• Interferes with thinking, ability to focus, Interferes with thinking, ability to focus, memory lapses.memory lapses.

Acute EffectsAcute EffectsAcute EffectsAcute Effects

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• Reduces male hormone testosterone.Reduces male hormone testosterone.

• Sex organs do not function properly. Sex organs do not function properly.

• Reduces sperm count in adult males.Reduces sperm count in adult males.

• Ages 10-20 is when male sex organs Ages 10-20 is when male sex organs are maturing. are maturing.

• Use can cause long-term negative affects Use can cause long-term negative affects on sex organs.on sex organs.

• Reduces male hormone testosterone.Reduces male hormone testosterone.

• Sex organs do not function properly. Sex organs do not function properly.

• Reduces sperm count in adult males.Reduces sperm count in adult males.

• Ages 10-20 is when male sex organs Ages 10-20 is when male sex organs are maturing. are maturing.

• Use can cause long-term negative affects Use can cause long-term negative affects on sex organs.on sex organs.

Long Term Effects – Long Term Effects – Male SpecificMale Specific

Long Term Effects – Long Term Effects – Male SpecificMale Specific

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• Testosterone increases causing facial Testosterone increases causing facial hair, more body hair and acne.hair, more body hair and acne.

• Decreased sexual pleasure.Decreased sexual pleasure.

• Disrupts menstrual cycles and ovulation.Disrupts menstrual cycles and ovulation.

• Testosterone increases causing facial Testosterone increases causing facial hair, more body hair and acne.hair, more body hair and acne.

• Decreased sexual pleasure.Decreased sexual pleasure.

• Disrupts menstrual cycles and ovulation.Disrupts menstrual cycles and ovulation.

Long Term Effects – Long Term Effects – Female SpecificFemale Specific

Long Term Effects – Long Term Effects – Female SpecificFemale Specific

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““Our First Line of Defense”Our First Line of Defense”““Our First Line of Defense”Our First Line of Defense”

The ARMYThe ARMYURINALYSIS URINALYSIS PROGRAMPROGRAM

The ARMYThe ARMYURINALYSIS URINALYSIS PROGRAMPROGRAM

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Army Drug Screening LabsArmy Drug Screening LabsArmy Drug Screening LabsArmy Drug Screening Labs

Every specimen screened for the following drugs: Every specimen screened for the following drugs: THC, Cocaine, Amphetamines (includes THC, Cocaine, Amphetamines (includes

Methamphetamines, Ecstasy and other designer drugs)Methamphetamines, Ecstasy and other designer drugs) At least one of the following:At least one of the following:

Opiates (Codeine, Morphine, Heroin)Opiates (Codeine, Morphine, Heroin) PCP PCP LSDLSD BarbituratesBarbiturates

Steroids can be checked upon request at the UCLA Steroids can be checked upon request at the UCLA Olympic analytical drug lab.Olympic analytical drug lab.

Every specimen screened for the following drugs: Every specimen screened for the following drugs: THC, Cocaine, Amphetamines (includes THC, Cocaine, Amphetamines (includes

Methamphetamines, Ecstasy and other designer drugs)Methamphetamines, Ecstasy and other designer drugs) At least one of the following:At least one of the following:

Opiates (Codeine, Morphine, Heroin)Opiates (Codeine, Morphine, Heroin) PCP PCP LSDLSD BarbituratesBarbiturates

Steroids can be checked upon request at the UCLA Steroids can be checked upon request at the UCLA Olympic analytical drug lab.Olympic analytical drug lab.

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Army Drug Lab ProceduresArmy Drug Lab ProceduresArmy Drug Lab ProceduresArmy Drug Lab Procedures

• All samples are checkedAll samples are checked

• Each drug has a cut-off level established Each drug has a cut-off level established by DOD.by DOD.

• 3rd verification check (confirmation) - if 3rd verification check (confirmation) - if positive 1st & 2nd time.positive 1st & 2nd time.

• All samples are checkedAll samples are checked

• Each drug has a cut-off level established Each drug has a cut-off level established by DOD.by DOD.

• 3rd verification check (confirmation) - if 3rd verification check (confirmation) - if positive 1st & 2nd time.positive 1st & 2nd time.

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Army Drug Lab ProceduresArmy Drug Lab ProceduresArmy Drug Lab ProceduresArmy Drug Lab Procedures

• Positive samples:Positive samples:• Stored in original bottle and frozen for 1 Stored in original bottle and frozen for 1

yearyear• Can be extended upon requestCan be extended upon request• Suspected adulteration:Suspected adulteration:

– Message sent to command stating Message sent to command stating adulterationadulteration

– C.O. Can still process or follow-up with C.O. Can still process or follow-up with another sampleanother sample

• Positive samples:Positive samples:• Stored in original bottle and frozen for 1 Stored in original bottle and frozen for 1

yearyear• Can be extended upon requestCan be extended upon request• Suspected adulteration:Suspected adulteration:

– Message sent to command stating Message sent to command stating adulterationadulteration

– C.O. Can still process or follow-up with C.O. Can still process or follow-up with another sampleanother sample

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THC and AlcoholTHC and AlcoholTHC and AlcoholTHC and Alcohol

• Alcohol’s relationship to other drugsAlcohol’s relationship to other drugs• Alcohol -member of depressant familyAlcohol -member of depressant family• Synergistic with other drugsSynergistic with other drugs• 1 + 1 = 3 ??1 + 1 = 3 ??• Cross addictive to other drugsCross addictive to other drugs• Cross tolerant to many other drugsCross tolerant to many other drugs• Effects on judgment can lead to illicit THC or Effects on judgment can lead to illicit THC or

other drug useother drug use

• Alcohol’s relationship to other drugsAlcohol’s relationship to other drugs• Alcohol -member of depressant familyAlcohol -member of depressant family• Synergistic with other drugsSynergistic with other drugs• 1 + 1 = 3 ??1 + 1 = 3 ??• Cross addictive to other drugsCross addictive to other drugs• Cross tolerant to many other drugsCross tolerant to many other drugs• Effects on judgment can lead to illicit THC or Effects on judgment can lead to illicit THC or

other drug useother drug use

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Check Point!Check Point!

Now You Choose…

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1. The Army's policy regarding illegal drug use is zero tolerance:

    

True?

 

False?        

Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”

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The Army's policy regarding illegal drug use is zero tolerance.

Marijuana is still the #1 illicit drug of choice in the Marijuana is still the #1 illicit drug of choice in the ARMYARMY

Marijuana is considered to be a gateway drug to other Marijuana is considered to be a gateway drug to other drug use and abuse.drug use and abuse.

Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”

ARMY DRUG USE 1998 DOD SURVEYARMY DRUG USE 1998 DOD SURVEY

9.8 % (7.7% is Marijuana) used in the past 12 months9.8 % (7.7% is Marijuana) used in the past 12 months

The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…

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2. Marijuana is the most abused illegal drug in the Army:

  

True?     

  False?      

Marijuana is the most abused illegal drug in the Army.Marijuana is the most abused illegal drug in the Army.

Correct!Correct!Correct!Correct!

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Marijuana is the most abused illegal drug in the Army.

Marijuana is still the #1 illicit drug of choice in the Marijuana is still the #1 illicit drug of choice in the ARMYARMY

Marijuana is considered to be a gateway drug to other Marijuana is considered to be a gateway drug to other drug use and abuse.drug use and abuse.

Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”Army Drug Policy – “ZERO TOLERANCE”

ARMY DRUG USE 1998 DOD SURVEYARMY DRUG USE 1998 DOD SURVEY

9.8 % (7.7% is Marijuana) used in the past 12 months9.8 % (7.7% is Marijuana) used in the past 12 months

The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…

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3. Marijuana is psychologically addicting and abuse is frequently denied:

   True? False? 

Marijuana is psychologically addicting and abuse is Marijuana is psychologically addicting and abuse is frequently denied.frequently denied.

Correct!Correct!Correct!Correct!

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Marijuana is psychologically addicting and abuse is frequently denied.

Pulmonary risks of smoking marijuana Pulmonary risks of smoking marijuana are often ignored.are often ignored.

Addiction is associated with alcohol and Addiction is associated with alcohol and other drugs – not marijuana. other drugs – not marijuana.

THC is psychologically addictive - abuse THC is psychologically addictive - abuse and addiction is frequently denied.and addiction is frequently denied.

The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’…

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4. The active ingredient in marijuana that causes the high is:

TABC ?HASH ?

   THC ?

   ADAPT ?

The active ingredient in marijuana that causes the high is:The active ingredient in marijuana that causes the high is:

THCTHC

Correct!Correct!Correct!Correct!

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Marijuana is the term used in the U.S. Marijuana is the term used in the U.S. to to refer to the cannabis plant.refer to the cannabis plant.

Delta 9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Delta 9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active ingredient that causes is the active ingredient that causes the “high”.the “high”.

THC is much stronger today than THC is much stronger today than in the 1960’s:in the 1960’s:

1% THC content in 1960’s 1% THC content in 1960’s 3 – 28% today3 – 28% today

Pharmacology Of MarijuanaPharmacology Of Marijuana

The correct answer is ‘THC’…The correct answer is ‘THC’… The active ingredient in marijuana that causes the high is: THC

The correct answer is ‘THC’…The correct answer is ‘THC’… The active ingredient in marijuana that causes the high is: THC

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5. The Army tests all urine samples for THC:

True?

False? 

The Army tests all urine samples for THCThe Army tests all urine samples for THC

Correct!Correct!Correct!Correct!

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Army Drug Screening LabsArmy Drug Screening Labs

Every specimen screened for the following drugs: Every specimen screened for the following drugs: THCTHC, Cocaine, Amphetamines (includes , Cocaine, Amphetamines (includes

Methamphetamines, Ecstasy and other designer drugs)Methamphetamines, Ecstasy and other designer drugs) At least one of the following:At least one of the following:

Opiates (Codeine, Morphine, Heroin)Opiates (Codeine, Morphine, Heroin) PCP PCP LSDLSD BarbituratesBarbiturates

Steroids can be checked upon request at the UCLA Steroids can be checked upon request at the UCLA Olympic analytical drug lab.Olympic analytical drug lab.

The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’… The Army tests all urine samples for THC.The Army tests all urine samples for THC.The correct answer is ‘True’…The correct answer is ‘True’… The Army tests all urine samples for THC.The Army tests all urine samples for THC.

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