by Denise Purdie Andrews | Sep 4, 2024 | Drug Classes
By Kevin Shanks, D-ABFT-FT What are Designer Benzodiazepines? Designer benzodiazepines are substances synthesized to mimic the effects of traditional benzodiazepines, which are commonly prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions. Unlike their...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | Jun 7, 2024 | Drug Classes
By Kevin Shanks, D-ABFT-FT Medetomidine, an alpha-2-adrenergic receptor agonist, similar to the prescription medications clonidine and tizanadine and the veterinary medicine xylazine, is approved for use in human and veterinary medicine and has found its way into the...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | Jun 3, 2024 | General
Axis Forensic Toxicology is pleased to confirm that Dr. Laureen J. Marinetti, Ph.D., F-ABFT, will officially assume the role of Laboratory Director and Chief Toxicologist on June 1, 2024. This follows the announcement of Dr. George S. Behonick’s upcoming...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | May 29, 2024 | Announcements
Axis is pleased to recognize the four Forensic Medicine Fellows that recently completed Axis’ toxicology rotation. The rotation is a week-long virtual program where participants reviewed many aspects of a modern forensic toxicology operation, including the...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | May 17, 2024 | Operations
Axis Forensic Toxicology has historically offered a service to store casework for a third party (typically a family member or law office) once our clients authorize a release. This has effectively been a behind-the-scenes service that benefits third parties, but...