Reference Materials for GHB and Related Compounds

Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB) and its related substances and metabolites are of interest in toxicology due to their involvement in drug-facilitated crimes, substance abuse and accidental overdoses. GHB, its precursors and other related compounds - such as 1,4-butanediol (1,4-BD), gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), gamma-valerolactone (GVL) and 4-amino-3-hydroxybutyric acid (GABOB) - are analysed for in biological samples in cases where their use is suspected, so that appropriate treatments and legal steps can be determined.

Research in this area focuses on developing sensitive and specific methods to detect these substances in forensic and clinical settings - including understanding pharmacokinetics, the extent of misuse, and involvement in cases of poisoning and drug-facilitated crimes.

You can browse our range of research chemicals and reference materials for GHB and related compounds - including key metabolites such as GHB-glucuronide and succinic acid – below.