Why Are NPSs Such a Challenge to Routine Seized Drug

question 19

Multiple Choice

Why are NPSs such a challenge to routine seized drug analysis

• A) when first encountered, there are no reference standards available
• B) they are undetectable using typical schemes
• C) they are usually found at very low concentrations
• D) all of the above
• E) none of the above

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