How Long Does Marijuana Remain In The System?

Posted on Wed, 2 Nov 2016

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Wed, 2 Nov 2016 Answered on

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Question : Hello,

I am nervous about a hair test I took
yesterday for a job..Its been a bout 170 days since I have smoked marijuana the lab states it goes back 90 days in which case I think I should be ok..But the lady who cut my hair didn't cut it down to the 1.5 inches instead
she took the whole hair sample of about 12 inches and stuffed it in the envelope..she said that she used to cut it down but she just let's the lab do it.
my question id will the lab cut it down to the 1.5 inches?

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Ys, the lab would!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your fears and the lab would cut it to the desired length of 1,5inches. It is not about whether you have ever smoked marijuana or not but rather whether the last consumption has been more than 3months. You are clearly more than that. Laboratory Tests follow strict rules and guidelines and cannot be changed as interpretation becomes difficult.

Keep me posted on the outcomes. I wish you well.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (15 minutes later)

Thank u! This is for a really good job and I don't plan on smoking again..I used to do it in the evenings just to help me relax and sleep..I have taken OTC sleep aids and they make me feel 10 times worse..I have really been anxious since I took the test yesterday and can't seem to calm my nerves...

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
All would be okay!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

All would be okay. There is no reason to be worried. You haven't taken this drug in like 6months and no one can claim you have such a problem. Be relaxed and expect a positive outcome.

I wish you well.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar