Summary
A pregnant woman, Cassey Hoff, tested positive for opiates during a routine medical test despite not using any opioid medications. She discovered that her regular consumption of poppy seed-containing food likely caused the unexpected test result. The incident gained attention on social media, where Hoff shared her experience to inform others.
Key Facts
- Cassey Hoff tested positive for opiates during a pregnancy test.
- Hoff does not take opioid medications, leading to confusion about the test result.
- Her sister suggested that poppy seeds in the food she ate could be the cause.
- Poppy seeds can be contaminated with opiates, affecting sensitive drug tests.
- The U.S. Department of Defense advises against consuming poppy seeds as a precaution.
- Hoff informed her doctor, who confirmed the poppy seed explanation.
- Hoff's TikTok video about the experience went viral, amassing 1.3 million views.
- Many social media users shared similar experiences or expressed skepticism.
