Based on its pharmacokinetics,GHB is difficult to detect after a sexual assault for all of the following except:
A) sexual assault victims report too late for GHB to be detected.
B) GHB neurotransmitter levels interfere with tests for GHB levels.
C) GHB remains detectable in urine for 8-12 hours.
D) standard blood tests following sexual assault may not detect GHB.

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GHB (Gamma-Hydroxybutyric acid) is a substance that is naturally present in the human body in small amounts, which complicates its detection but does not directly interfere with tests for its levels. The difficulty in detecting GHB after a sexual assault is primarily due to its rapid metabolism and clearance from the body, not because its neurotransmitter levels interfere with tests.

Based on Its Pharmacokinetics,GHB Is Difficult to Detect After a Sexual