Can ephedra be detected in the body?

Ephedra is widely used at all levels of sports. Beside professional athletes, the alkaloid is also used at the college levels and in high schools. However, do remember that many sporting agencies do check for ephedra and it is easily detectable in urine. So for those who take it, it must be understood that the alkaloid can be identified in the urine at least 7-10 days after the last dose.