Cannabidiol(CBD) itself doesn’t show up on a drug test.
These tests are designed to detecttetrahydrocannabinol(THC), the compound in cannabis that causes a high.
Will CBD Show Up on a Drug Test?
Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin
CBD itself wont show up on adrug testbut that doesnt mean you’re in the clear.
How Long Does CBD Stay in Urine?
CBD might stay in your system for about seven days if you use it a lot.
One-time THC use can still be picked up in your urine for three days.
Whats the Difference Between CBD and THC?
THC and CBD are two main compounds found in the cannabis plant.
THC is psychoactive, meaning it causes a high, while CBD does not.
Still, CBD may cause side effects like drowsiness or dry mouth.
Does CBD Oil Contain THC?
Full-spectrum CBD oil contains other active plant compounds in addition to CBD.
Types of Cannabis
Cannabis comes in two main types: hemp and marijuana.
Both belong to the same plant family, but theyre legally and chemically distinct.
How Much THC Needs to Be Present to Cause a Positive Drug Test?
The active chemical in marijuana that gets detected in a positive drug test screening is THC.
How Long Is TCH Detectable in Urine?
When shopping for CBD, confirm you read labels carefully and understand exactly what you are buying.
In fact, one study discovered that almost 70% of the CBD products sold online were mislabeled.
How Long Does a CBD Edible Stay in Your System?
CBD edibles take about 30 to 60 minutes to start to take effect.
They last five to six hours, depending on your metabolism and dose.
A CBD edible may show up on a drug test as THC metabolites for three days.
A more likely secondhand exposure scenario is a positive marijuana hair test.
This results from direct contact with marijuana paraphernalia or from another person having THC on their hands.
For instance, say that someone who had direct contact with marijuana then touched your hair.
You could feasibly receive a false positive on a drug screening that tests your hair.
Other studies, however, have refuted this finding.
Is it Safe to Take CBD While Breastfeeding?
The FDA strongly advises against taking CBD or THC products while nursing.
Cannabis products can be excreted through breast milk and are not safe for the baby.
Full-spectrum CBD oils contain other cannabinoids, which may include THC.
Isolate products may be contaminated with THC, as well.
Be proactive and thoroughly research products to avoid failing a drug test if you’re taking CBD oil.
Most importantly, ensure that you’re using a pure product made by a reputable company.
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Published 2018 Sep 21. doi:10.3389/fimmu.2018.02009
