Cannabinoid Potency and Profile

This test measures the concentrations of various cannabinoids in cannabis products to ensure accurate labeling and compliance with Health Canada's regulations regarding cannabinoid content.

Key cannabinoids tested include:

  • Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC): The primary psychoactive component of cannabis.

  • Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid (THCA): The acidic precursor to THC, which converts to THC when heated.

  • Cannabidiol (CBD): A non-psychoactive cannabinoid with therapeutic potential.

  • Cannabidiolic Acid (CBDA): The acidic precursor to CBD.

  • Cannabigerol (CBG): Known as the "parent" cannabinoid, from which others are derived.

  • Cannabinol (CBN): A breakdown product of THC, which may have mild psychoactive effects.

  • Other minor cannabinoids: Including CBC (Cannabichromene), THCV (Tetrahydrocannabivarin), and more.

This analysis ensures that the product matches the labeled cannabinoid content and adheres to Health Canada guidelines for maximum allowable THC and CBD concentrations in various product forms (e.g., dried cannabis, oils, edibles).