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Marijuana, Synthetic
Diagnosis of Synthetic Marijuana Intoxication
A doctor's evaluation Doctors usually make their diagnosis based on what drugs people or their friends say were taken. Routine urine drug tests do not detect synthetic cannabinoids, although there are specific tests to detect synthetic cannabinoids in blood, urine, or hair. People who show signs of severe acute intoxication often need tests to look for complications. Doctors typically do blood tests to check blood count, electrolytes, and kidney function and do an electrocardiography ( Electrocardiography ) to check heart rhythm. Their urine also may be tested for myoglobin, which indicates muscle breakdown. 