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January 2003 in “Journal of Forensic Sciences” This study demonstrates that a single exposure to GHB during a sexual assault can be detected by analyzing hair segments collected about one month after the incident.
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July 2021 in “Forensic science international” This study found that segmental single hair analysis produced ocfentanil concentration profiles similar to those from hair lock analysis, supporting its use in cases with limited samples.
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December 2018 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review discusses the potential of using human hair proteomics for non-invasive diagnostic and forensic applications but reports no new results; the authors highlight areas needing further research.
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August 2006 in “International forensic science and investigation series” Hair testing is a reliable method for detecting workplace drug use when done with proper sample preparation and confirmation.
November 2025 in “Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews Forensic Science” This article reviews recent advancements in forensic hair testing, emphasizing its growing use for detecting past substance exposure, identifying emerging trends like micro-segmentation and hair scanning, and proposing standardized procedures to improve reliability and application in forensic toxicology.