Recently there has been an increase in requests for KRATOM analysis. Due to the rarity and nature of this test, it can be quite cost prohibitive. For those agencies that utilize instant testing, KRATOM DIP Cards are now available.
Often in our line of work, we tend to focus on illegal substances. However, we thought it would be a good idea to share some of the resources that we come across as we work with agencies across the nation.
From all of us at Great Lakes Labs, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Years!
Over the years as drug trends and agencies ebb and flow, there are things that are common questions, misnomers and/or faux pas that are addressed to the laboratory on a consistent basis. You may have been wondering some of this yourself.
In the summer of 2016, we hired Jackie Ruchti, a University of Pittsburgh student studying to be a forensic analyst. She spent the summer emerged in laboratory protocol and techniques!
Great Lakes Labs has been in contact with many of your agencies about switching to an e-chain of custody on our client portal.
The following will be offered to new or existing customers throughout the month of November. Please contact the lab for details.
October is known for pumpkins, costumes and the changing of the leaves. In Porter County, Indiana it will be recognized as a month of awareness, education and also remembrance. The Porter County Board of Commissioners has issued a proclamation that recognizes the rise of opioid and heroin use within its borders.
Is your business caught in a sticky situation? Who you gonna call? Great Lakes Labs!
We are pleased to welcome aboard Dr. Syed Haque, our new Laboratory Director.
This past week, Dr. Maria Stamp, Porter County Health Officer called upon agencies within our county to address, determine and establish guidelines moving forward on a multi-dimensional approach to curbing Opioid abuse.
Time and time again we have individuals calling the laboratory and informing us that we have misspelled Marihuna (Marijuana).