2023-10-13 11:00:35
Cannabis, a plant often used recreationally, contains a chemical called tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) that causes a feeling of euphoria, or “high.” When consuming cannabis, THC can remain in the body for several days or even weeks. How long THC can be detected depends on several factors, such as the amount of body fat, frequency and amount of drug use, and the sensitivity of the drug test.
Cannabis detection windows
Research on how long cannabis can be detected varies, but a 2017 study estimates that a test can detect the presence of cannabis in the body for up to approximately 3 days after consuming a cannabis cigarette. However, this detection duration varies depending on the frequency of cannabis consumption:
For someone smoking cannabis for the first time, the test can detect THC for about 3 days.
For someone who smokes cannabis 3 or 4 times a week, the detection window is 5 to 7 days.
For people who smoke cannabis once a day or more, the test can detect THC in their system for 30 days or more.
The detection window also depends on the type of test performed:
THE tests d’urine can detect cannabis in urine for approximately 1 to 30 days after consumption.
THE saliva tests can detect cannabis in saliva for about 24 hours, but some tests can detect THC up to 30 hours after consumption.
THE hair tests are the most sensitive and can detect THC up to 90 days after consumption.
THE sweat tests can detect cannabis in sweat for 7 to 14 days.
THE tests sanguins can only detect THC for a few hours.
Factors influencing detection
Several factors can influence the detection of cannabis in the body, including:
Test sensitivity
More sensitive tests can detect smaller doses of cannabis. Tests include blood, urine, hair and saliva tests.
THC dose
Cannabis drug tests look for the presence of THC, not cannabis in general. So, the amount of THC consumed is an important factor. The effects of THC are cumulativemeaning that a person who smokes multiple times over several days has consumed a higher dose of THC than someone who smokes only once, increasing the chances of a positive test result.
Body fat
LBecause THC is fat soluble, it is stored in the body’s fat cells.. Therefore, people with a higher concentration of body fat may metabolize cannabis more slowly than those with less body fat. Regardless, body mass index (BMI) is a way to measure body fat, but it is not perfect because weight and therefore BMI increases with muscle mass.
Sex
In general, women have more body fat than men, which means they can metabolize cannabis slightly more slowly.
Hydration
Dehydration can increase the concentration of THC in the body. Although drinking plenty of water usually doesn’t significantly change the results of a screening test, severe dehydration could have an impact.
Exercise
Exercise does not significantly change the rate at which the body metabolizes THC. However, exercising right before a drug test can increase THC levels in the blood because it can release THC stored in fat cells. Exercising shortly before a screening test can therefore increase the chances of a positive result.
Metabolism
The body must eliminate THC and THC-related metabolites to get a negative drug test result. People with faster metabolisms generally eliminate THC more quickly than those with slower metabolisms.
How to eliminate cannabis from the body faster
There is no definitive method to eliminate cannabis from the body faster. However, some strategies can help speed up the process:
Regular exercise can help break down fat cells and release THC into the bloodstream for later elimination. However, it is important to note that exercising right before a drug test can increase the chances of a positive result due to the presence of THC in the blood.
Follow a diet healthy can also help metabolize THC. Consuming fiber can improve digestion and promote bowel movements, which may make it easier to eliminate THC metabolites.
Drink enough water may also help eliminate THC metabolites through urine and bowel movements. Additionally, sleeping well can help maintain normal metabolism.
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