This book focuses on the forensic toxicological methods used to identify and confirm drug overdose deaths. It covers the detection of various substances, including opioids, stimulants, and synthetic drugs, detailing the analytical techniques and protocols for accurate identification. The text emphasizes the importance of timely and precise toxicological analysis in understanding the causes of overdose fatalities. Ideal for forensic toxicologists and medical examiners, it advances the practices for detecting and investigating drug overdose deaths.
Grace Barajas is a forensic toxicologist specializing in the detection of drug overdose deaths. Grace has contributed to several publications on the toxicological analysis of drug-related fatalities. She serves as an editor for books on drug overdose investigations and forensic toxicology. Her interests include the analysis of toxic substances in post-mortem samples and their role in determining cause of death.