# Saliva-Based Marijuana Tests A New Test Can Detect the Presence of THC Through Saliva By Joey Haar | Published 2016-08-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marijuana-test References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2016/08/12/weed-spit-test-3-minutes/) & [pubs.acs.org](http://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acs.analchem.6b01688) As marijuana becomes either decriminalized or outright legalized in more and more jurisdictions, the problem of finding an effective and efficient marijuana test looms over legislators. Thankfully, researchers from [Stanford University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stareep) may have overcome a serious hurdle by inventing a new [saliva-based marijuana test](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drug-screening-system). Previously, marijuana testing was a tricky issue, especially when considered in the context of weed as a legal drug. While scientists and doctors have been able to accurately test for the presence of THC for years, these tests required either a blood sample or a urine sample. Neither of those methods are practical when it comes to a [roadside test](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunk-driving-detection). The new marijuana test can detect THC in potential users with a simple saliva swab that cops can administer and it delivers results in just three minutes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Saliva-based Marijuana Tests:** A new saliva-based marijuana test has been developed, making it more efficient and practical to detect the presence of THC. - **New Drug Testing Technologies:** Advancements in drug testing technologies are rapidly emerging and creating opportunities for innovation and growth. - **Marijuana Legalization Impact:** The legalization of marijuana is creating new challenges and opportunities in various industries, including law enforcement and healthcare. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Law Enforcement:** The new saliva-based marijuana test can greatly benefit law enforcement agencies, providing them with a more efficient and practical solution for roadside drug testing. - **Healthcare:** The development of new drug testing technologies is creating opportunities for healthcare professionals to better diagnose and treat drug-related illnesses. - **Cannabis Industry:** The impact of marijuana legalization is creating opportunities for growth and innovation within the cannabis industry, including the development of new testing and detection technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Saliva-Based Pregnancy Tests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salistick.md) - [Groundbreaking Microplastic Saliva Tests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microplastics-test.md) - [Oral Cancer-Detection Tests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cancerdetect.md) - [Virus-Detecting Breathalyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virusdetecting-breathalyzer.md) - [Convenient Drug Test Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athome-drug-test-kits.md) - [Drug-Detecting Drink Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greenlane.md) - [Convenient Drug-Testing Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fentanyl-test-kit.md) - [Candy-Coated Sampling Swabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candycollect.md) - [Dissolvable THC Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thc-tablets.md)