A Comparison of the Efficacy of Different Forensic Methods in Detection of Narcotic Substances from Blood and Urine Samples by Rapid Antigen Test Kit
Abstract
Introduction: Bangladesh is the most vulnerable country for narcotic drug addiction which is rising at alarming rate and spreading all over the country. These drugs cause serious health injuries to our young generation and child abusers. Our society is facing adverse effects due to drug addiction such as killing, hijacking, raping, western party celebrations etc. Department of narcotic drug control agency seized them every month which includes Heroin, Phensedyl (Codeine preparations), intravenous Morphine, Pethidine, Diazepam, Bromazepam, Yaba (Methamphetamine, Amphetamine with caffeine) and energy drinks containing sildenafil citrate and tadalafil citrate substances. Most of the addicted people are multiple drug users. So these substances should be detected by a rapid, reliable and cost effective method. The aim of the study was to understand the cause and risk factors of drug abuse. Methods: This cross-sectional analytical study was conducted at the outpatient department of Rajshahi Medical College Hospital, Rajshahi, Bangladesh during the period from July 2019 to july 2020 with a responsive sample size of 36. Data was analyzed using Microsoft Excel. During study the ethical clearance was obtained from proper authority. Clearance regarding handling of narcotic samples was also taken from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Result: This study was conducted with a responsive sample size of 36. Of the total 36 samples, 34 were cases and 2 were controls. Post analysis of the used…
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Evidence Hub reads this as a cross-sectional, done in people. Its evidence level is 4 of 5 (Low · observational). Observational designs can show an association but not prove cause. Reported size: 9,000 participants or records.
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