The Analysis of Controlled Substances
Published on 9. June 2003
214 pages
978-0-470-86455-5 (ISBN)
Description
Presenting new developments in sampling and drug profiling, thisbook also provides practical information on how to carry outanalysis, what the results mean and how they can be used as courtevidence and for drugs intelligence purposes.
* Includes case-studies with full data and spectra, helping readersto identify substances
* Accessibly organized by class of compound
* Contains an up-to-date list of the newest drugs
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"...a short, concise book on the analysis of illicitdrugs...decidedly slanted toward...the U.K., a somewhat refreshingchange from most of the other forensic science books....there is asurprising amount of material and coverage is both broad anddeep...recommended. (Choice, Vol. 41, No. 5, January 2004) "...well laid out, clearly presented and easy toread...presented in a very interesting, captivating style...fulfilsits stated purpose admirably..." (Trends in Analytical Chemistry,Vol 22(11), Dec 2003) "...this book is possibly the most comprehensive andpractical work I have encountered..." (Chemistry World,February 2004) "...This is a well written book with many good andup-to-date references...should have a wide appeal..."(Science and Justice Vol. 43 No. 3)More details
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Michael D. Cole is the author of The Analysis of Controlled Substances, published by Wiley.
Content
Series Preface.
Preface.
Acronyms, Abreviations and Symbols.
About the Author.
Introduction to Drug Trends, Control, Legislation andAnalysis.
Amphetamine and Related Compounds.
The Analysis of LSD.
Cannabis sativa and Products.
Diamorphine and Heroin.
Cocaine.
Products from Catha edulis and Lophophorawilliamsii.
The Analysis of Psilocybin and Psilocin from Fungi.
The Analysis of Controlled Pharmaceutical Drugs - Barbituratesand Benzodiazepines.
Current Status, Summary and Conclusions.
Appendix 1. Presumptive (Colour) Tests.
Appendix 2. Less-Common Controlled Substances.
Responses to Self-Assessment Questions.
Bibliography.
Glossary of Terms.
SI Units and Physical Constants.
Periodic Table.
Index.
