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Can Gilbert's Disease Cause A False Positive For Cocaine?

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Posted on Mon, 11 Jul 2016
Question: I asked this question last week and it was my understanding I would receive a reply by email. So let me try again. Could having Gilbert's disease (liver) result in a false positive for cocaine?
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Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (19 minutes later)
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Hello, and thanks for your question.

I have reviewed available literature on this subject. It is simply not possible for Gilbert's to cause a false positive for cocaine. Certain medications can in very rare instances cause a false positive. But the likelihood of this is less than 1%.

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Can Gilbert's Disease Cause A False Positive For Cocaine?

Brief Answer: Consultation Detailed Answer: Hello, and thanks for your question. I have reviewed available literature on this subject. It is simply not possible for Gilbert's to cause a false positive for cocaine. Certain medications can in very rare instances cause a false positive. But the likelihood of this is less than 1%. tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers Dr. Sheppe