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How Long Can Marijuana Be Detected In A Hair Testing After Last Use?
Question: Hello
I will be taking a hair folli me test for a job..I have not smoked marijuana in almost 6 months. May 17th was last time i touched anything. Should I be worried about failing the test?
I will be taking a hair folli me test for a job..I have not smoked marijuana in almost 6 months. May 17th was last time i touched anything. Should I be worried about failing the test?
Brief Answer:
normally up to 3 months
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The hair test normally involve taking at least an inch and a half ( 1 1/2) of hair which allows for detection for approximately 3 months. The cannabis enters the hair via the blood vessels and sweat.
Since you last used 6 months ago, it is possible that nothing will be found
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
normally up to 3 months
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The hair test normally involve taking at least an inch and a half ( 1 1/2) of hair which allows for detection for approximately 3 months. The cannabis enters the hair via the blood vessels and sweat.
Since you last used 6 months ago, it is possible that nothing will be found
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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