Journal of Forensic Sciences · 1984 · 46 citations · 12 references
PharmacyPharmaceutical AnalysisToxicologyAnalytical ToxicologyChromatographic AnalysisForensic ToxicologyContaminant AnalysisControlled Substance AnalysisDrug IdentificationDrug ImportationToxicological Drug ScreeningVolatile Substance AnalysisChromatographic AssaysDrug Seizure AnalysisGeographical Origin DeterminationHeroin ToxicologyIllicit Drug DetectionIllicit Drug IdentificationIllicit Drug ProfilingVisual Inspection
Samples taken from over 200 seizures of imported illicit heroin preparations of known geographical origin have been examined by gas liquid chromatography (GLC). The chromatographic characteristics were considered in conjunction with the physical appearance of the materials and it was found possible in many instances to discriminate between samples of different origin. Thus by carrying out GLC and HPLC and a visual inspection on a sample of unknown provenance, it may be possible to give an opinion as to its geographical origin.
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