Forensic Identification of Cannabis with Plant DNA Barcodes and Cannabinoid Synthesis Genes.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: According to the World Drug Report 2025, cannabis is the most abused drug in the world, being sold in illicit markets in various physical forms ranging from herbal cannabis to cannabis resin and liquid cannabis. Currently, the methods used for cannabis identification are largely based on the morphological features and chemical content of the product. In this respect, identification could be severely impacted if the product is highly fragmented or pulverised. As such, DNA-based molecular techniques offer a viable alternative detection approach. In this study, we have developed a robust DNA testing method for cannabis identification, with high sensitivity and specificity. Methods/Results: Two plant DNA barcode regions, rbcL and matK, were su

SUBMITTER: Xiang P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12652481 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature