Simple and rapid color screening tests for flunitrazepam (Rohypnol)

J Forensic Sci. 1999 Mar;44(2):396-400.

Abstract

Three new color/screening tests for flunitrazepam (Rohypnol) are reported. The two-step tests are simple, sensitive, highly specific, and effective for both cut and uncut flunitrazepam and standard over-the-counter preparations of flunitrazepam (i.e., Rohypnol tablets).

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Anxiety Agents / analysis*
  • Colorimetry / methods*
  • Flunitrazepam / analysis*
  • Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry / methods
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Substance Abuse Detection / methods*

Substances

  • Anti-Anxiety Agents
  • Flunitrazepam