by Denise Purdie Andrews | Sep 22, 2023 | Announcements
By Kevin G. Shanks, M.S., D-ABFT-FT I always had an interest in science and math at a young age. And for some reason, I was enamored with drugs and poisons too. Some of my favorite television shows as a teenager were Murder She Wrote and Quincy, M.E. – yes, I know I’m...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | Sep 18, 2023 | Announcements
By George S. Behonick, Ph.D. F-ABFT In recognition of National Forensic Science Week (NFSW), September 18-22, 2023, I am putting pen to paper to capture some thoughts on what this means to Axis Forensic Toxicology. The euphemism, “Dead men tell no tales”, is oft used...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | Sep 5, 2023 | Announcements, Drug Classes
By George S. Behonick, Ph.D., F-ABFT, Laboratory Director, Chief Toxicologist Synthetic compounds designed to mimic the pharmacology of various illegal drug classes infiltrated the illicit drug market during the last decade plus; this includes synthetic cannabinoids...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | Aug 18, 2023 | Announcements, Drug Classes
By Kevin Shanks, M.S., D-ABFT-FT Novel psychoactive substances (NPS) are compounds designed or consumed to mimic the effects of typical recreational substances such as diacetylmorphine (heroin), cocaine, methamphetamine, cannabis, or even prescription medications. As...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | Jul 7, 2023 | Announcements, Drug Classes
Dear Valued Client, In the spirit of continuous improvement, to provide the most relevant panels and tests in the industry, our products are periodically updated to provide new and relevant offerings. It is with that goal in mind that we announce an update to our...
by Denise Purdie Andrews | Apr 4, 2023 | Announcements
By Denise Purdie Andrews Recent industry news has been consumed with xylazine as the latest drug adulterant on the streets. Axis, your leading toxicology partner, has been testing for xylazine for several years and is prepared to assist you with questions about it...
