Psychemedics

Psychemedics Corporation specializes in drug testing services that detect substance abuse through the analysis of hair samples. The company employs a patented technology that enzymatically dissolves hair to release drugs without damaging them, followed by radioimmunoassay testing and confirmation through mass spectrometry. This method allows for quantitative analysis, providing insights into the approximate amount of drugs ingested and revealing historical patterns of use over extended periods. Psychemedics offers testing for various substances, including cocaine, marijuana, phencyclidine (PCP), methamphetamine, and opiates, and operates a laboratory in Culver City, California. Additionally, the company provides training for sample collection and storage of positive samples, charging an agreed-upon fee for these services.