research External post mortem artefact: a key issue in hair result interpretation
Hair test results can be misleading due to contamination, so they shouldn't be used alone to determine drug use.
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research Original article / Article original External post mortem artefact: a key issue in hair result interpretation
Hair test results can be misleading due to external contamination, so they shouldn't be used alone to assess long-term drug use.
research W6: Novelties in hair analysis and interpretation issues
Hair analysis can be unreliable due to external contamination and varying drug concentrations.
research Hair chromium concentration: effects of sample washing and external environment
Hair chromium levels reflect nutritional status after standard washing.
research Evaluation of the Coincidence of Male Pattern Baldness andPityrosporumGroup Fungal Contamination in Iran
No significant link was found between male pattern baldness and Pityrosporum fungi.
research Improved forensic hair evidence for drugs of abuse by mass spectrometry
Forensic hair analysis for drugs is now more reliable and accurate.
research Comparison of methanol and isopropanol as wash solvents for determination of hair cortisol concentration in grizzly bears and polar bears
Methanol is better than isopropanol for washing grizzly bear hair to measure cortisol.
research Workplace Drug Testing Using Hair Samples
Hair testing is a reliable method for detecting workplace drug use when done with proper sample preparation and confirmation.
research Is it getting in the hair? – Cortisol concentrations in native, regrown and segmented hairs of cattle and pigs after repeated ACTH administrations
Hair cortisol is a reliable stress indicator in cattle but may not be valid for pigs.
research Utility of caffeine analysis for forensic hair discrimination
Caffeine in hair might help identify people, but it's not always reliable.
research Hair Testing in Forensic Toxicology: Recent Insights From Root to Tip
Hair testing is a useful method for detecting past substance use and recent advancements improve its accuracy and reliability.
research SRXRF elemental mapping and source analysis of Pb,Fe,Cu and Zn in human hair from an inhabitant in a lead-zinc mining area
Lead levels in hair increased due to environmental exposure, while iron, copper, and zinc levels stayed stable.
research Copper in Green Hair: A Quantitative Investigation by Electron Probe X-Ray Microanalysis
Green hair has high copper levels due to contaminated water and damaged hair cuticles.
research The Interaction of Hair Fibers with Alkali Bromide Solutions
Hair absorbs alkali bromide salts and water, affecting its structure, with absorption decreasing at higher temperatures.
research From basic biology to engineered therapies: the keratinocyte stem cell playbook
Keratinocyte stem cells are crucial for skin renewal and have potential in wound healing and tissue regeneration.
research Authentication of herbs by physiological & morphological studies through HPTLC, ICP-MS, UV Spectroscopy, Genetic Engineering & PCR
Herbal medicines need strict quality control to ensure safety and authenticity.
research Specific morphogenetic events in mouse external genitalia sex differentiation are responsive/dependent upon androgens and/or estrogens
Mouse genital development depends on male or female hormones for specific features.
research Nanotechnology-based techniques for hair follicle regeneration
Nanotechnology could improve hair regrowth but faces challenges like complexity and safety concerns.
research Clippers are superior to scissors in the collection of hair for chemical analysis in companion dogs: a Dog Aging Project preliminary study
Clippers are the best tool for collecting dog hair for chemical tests, being fast and stress-free for the dog.
research ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND CONTEMPORARY HUMAN HAIR COMPOSITION AND MORPHOLOGY
Mummy hair's chemical composition may not accurately show ancient people's health due to environmental contamination.
research Resistance of degraded hair shafts to contaminant DNA
Degraded hair shafts resist contamination and can be easily cleaned.
research Rational Design and Functionalization of Melt Electrowritten 4D Scaffolds for Biomedical Applications
4D scaffolds made with melt electrowriting can change shape for use in medicine.
research EMQN best practice guidelines for molecular genetic testing and reporting of 21-hydroxylase deficiency
The guidelines ensure accurate genetic testing and reporting for 21-hydroxylase deficiency.
research Characteristics of Malassezia furfur at various pH and effects of Malassezia lipids on skin cells
Malassezia furfur lipids improve skin health at pH 6.
research Hair Care and Cosmetics
Hair care products are important for appearance and self-esteem, and choosing the right ones can help maintain healthy hair.
research Specific interpretation of hair concentrations in 2 fatal metformin intoxication cases
Hair analysis showed very high metformin levels in two fatal overdose cases, suggesting it's useful in forensics but sweat may affect results.
research Micro-segmental analysis of the entry pathway and distribution of zolpidem in hair from different scalp regions after a single dose
Zolpidem shows up in hair from the top back of the head after one dose and fades over time, suggesting it gets into hair through blood and sweat.
research Human Hair: An Important Biological Matrix of Interest
Human hair is a significant sample for various tests in clinical, nutritional, archaeological, and forensic studies.
research Lecithin organogels as a potential phospholipid-structured system for topical drug delivery: A review
Lecithin organogels could be good for applying drugs to the skin because they are stable, safe, and can improve drug absorption.
research Intracellular Calcium Mobilization in Response to Ion Channel Regulators via a Calcium-Induced Calcium Release Mechanism
Certain drugs increase calcium levels in cancer cells by triggering internal calcium release.