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knotme66

I've recently read somewhere that labs check for antioxidants and nitrates. I can't help but wonder what sort of antioxidants are checked for and how does nitrates fit into the picture of passing a DT? Also....while I'm here...when diluting what kind of ways can a person used to increase SG outside of drinking gatorade instead of water?

 

lew scannon

Antioxidants is not whats being checked. The labs are checking for oxidizing compounds that are used as adulterants. Nitrites are found in drop-in additives (depending on the manufacturer) used as an adulterant. Nitrites can also be found in foods such as pork and poultry. The human body can also produce nitrites naturally, though this is a sign of a urinary tract infection. For these reasons, only a tiny amount of nitrites can be permitted in a urine sample.

Under DHHS regulations, any urine sample with a nitrites level of 500 mcg/mL (micrograms per milliliter) is considered forensically defenseible as proof of adulteration. Thats why labs are on the lookout for excessive nitrites.

As far as specific gravity goes, there are many posts in the forum that address various methods of keeping the s.g. levels at bay. If its not found in the Dilution sticky, make friends with the Search button. Do an advanced search, using the keywords Specific Gravity Dilution

Hope that helps some