Marijuana Urine Test - More Information

The marijuana test, also known as the marijuana metabolites lab test, measures the marijuana urine metabolites levels.

Marijuana is another name for cannabis - a type of drug produced by the Cannabis plant with psychoactive properties. The active ingredient in marijuana is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and its effects can take place through using it in food or smoking it. Symptoms of cannabis use include a feeling of well-being, increased appetite, and perceptual changes although effects like anxiety and paranoia can also occur. While typically used recreationally, medical marijuana can be effective in people with cancer, chronic pain and muscle tightness.

This marijuana urine test checks for the presence of the marijuana metabolite tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). To get marijuana test near you at a Quest Diagnostics lab, simply order online and get tested at your selected lab. Once your marijuana lab report is available, the lab results will be available for electronic download. As can be seen on the sample marijuana test report above, the marijuana metabolite urine level is reported as a numerical result and can be compared against the reference range provided by the lab.

This marijuana test offers highly sensitive screening for marijuana metabolites. If you are looking for more general marijuana screening, the 8 panel drug test, 9 panel drug test and the 10 panel drug test are popular options.