From sleigh bells to samples - Christmas at Cansford

Christmas may conjure up images of Santa’s sleigh, reindeer, and festive fun, so our expert scientists at Cansford Labs have come up with some surprising facts. Whether it's all about Santa to the realities of seasonal substance misuse, here’s a snapshot of what Cansford is all about at Christmas.

Collections, samples and fast turnaround times
While Santa’s sleigh might be the symbol of holiday magic, Cansford’s collectors are hard at work all year round, covering the UK in all weather to ensure timely sample delivery.

Unlike Santa’s one-day-a-year schedule, our team handles thousands of samples monthly, making it possible to process results for hair, nail, and blood testing in just three working days.

This efficiency is critical during the holiday period, which often sees an increase in cases linked to alcohol and drug misuse. By providing accurate results quickly, we help families, courts, and solicitors make informed decisions even in busy times.

Sustainable, serious cases and Santa's beard
Christmas isn’t just a time for celebration — it’s also an opportunity to give back. At Cansford Labs, we are proud of our ISO 14001:2015 certification, which reflects our focus on sustainability.

From reducing waste to using eco-friendly methods, we’re committed to minimising our environmental footprint while delivering expert testing services.

Yes, we can test beard hair...

And as a fun aside, did you know Santa’s beard could cover approximately two years of drug use? Whether it’s a festive trivia fact or a serious case, we’re prepared to handle all kinds of samples with the care and accuracy we’re known for...