How to Test THC Presence in Cannabis?

How to Test THC Presence in Cannabis?

Posted by TLC Lab Supply on Jul-26-18 with 0 Comments

THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) is one of the main cannabinoids found in cannabis. The presence of THC greatly contributes to the overall potency of the cannabis product. By testing THC in cannabis, you can quickly determine whether the drug you are using is potent or not. Mainly, for professional cannabis producers and medical marijuana patients, it is essential to check the potency of the cannabis, before using any products for medical use.

The best method to test the cannabis’s potency and to determine the % of THC, CBD, CBG, and CBN is to use Cannabis testing kits. Instead of going to big laboratories and wasting both time and money, it is convenient to test marijuana samples with THC test kits. Simply order the cannabis testing kit online and start testing the potency of your drug.

Why it’s important to test THC levels in cannabis?

Being a psychoactive compound, THC can alter the perception of individuals. If the cannabis strain contains a  very high amount of THC, it can cause the consumer adverse effects. No doubt, the presence of THC, CBD, CBG, and CBN in cannabis ensures health and medical benefits, but only when the level is balanced by other cannabinoids. Moreover, this is the reason, why doctors strictly recommend that medical marijuana patients make sure the THC in cannabis is suitable before consuming.

By using marijuana testing kits, it is feasible to test the potency of cannabis in a very short time and decide whether the cannabis product is suitable to consume or not.

Below here is a step-by-step procedure on how to test the THC levels in cannabis/marijuana products using THC testing kits.

• Buy cannabis testing kit online – The THC test kits are available online at affordable prices. You can simply pay the amount through their secured payment options and can order your cannabis testing kit online.
• Unwrap the testing kit and read the instruction manual – Mainly, a testing kit includes TLC plates, test fluids, coloring dyes, developing jars, a pipette, a syringe, micro-capillary tubes, and more. You will find an instruction manual mailed to you with your tracking number once your order is processed normally within 24 hrs., which you need to read thoroughly., it will also include the fingerprint chart. Make the setup and test the sample – As per the instructions, it is very easy to use the cannabis testing kit. For a better idea, you can watch our video tutorials at www.thctestkits.com
• Compare the result with the color chart – To determine the % of THC present in the cannabis sample, you will use the color charts. It takes only a few minutes to analyze the color changes and accordingly, you can calculate the presence of THC, CBD, CBG, and CBN in the sample.

For more information regarding THC testing or cannabis testing kits, feel free to contact our experts.