East Palo Alto, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 29,765 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +0.9%

Median Age: 29.9 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in East Palo Alto: 169.9 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Elevation: 15 feet

Land Area: 2.55 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $64,895 (it was $45,006 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $23,912 (it was $13,774 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $710,992 (it was $296,700 in 2000) East Palo Alto:$710,992CA:$509,400

Races:
      Hispanic - 18,618 - 62.2%
      Black alone - 3,108 - 10.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 3,117 - 10.4%
      White alone - 2,597 - 8.7%
      Asian alone - 1,233 - 4.1%
      Two or more races - 1,001 - 3.3%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.03%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.02%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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Alcohol Testing East Palo Alto, CA

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in East Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding areas. Alcohol testing is available for DOT and non DOT purposes and Court Ordered requirements. Testing methods include breath alcohol (BAC), urine, oral saliva and hair testing. Same day service is available at our East Palo Alto, CA locations and most East Palo Alto, CA alcohol testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.

Alcohol Testing is administered for court ordered (ETG), DOT and Non-DOT testing including random selection, reasonable suspicion, post-accident testing and other reason an employer or individual may need an Alcohol Test.

795 EL CAMINO REAL 2.3 miles

795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Categories: PALO ALTO CA

300 PASTEUR DR 3.1 miles

300 PASTEUR DR
PALO ALTO, CA 94304
Categories: PALO ALTO CA

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1 4.5 miles

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063
Categories: REDWOOD CITY CA

2290 W EL CAMINO REAL STE 4 5.3 miles

2290 W EL CAMINO REAL STE 4
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS 6.2 miles

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94062
Categories: REDWOOD CITY CA

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F 6.5 miles

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F
San Carlos, CA 94070
Categories: San Carlos CA

35500 DUMBARTON CT 7.3 miles

35500 DUMBARTON CT
NEWARK, CA 94560
Categories: NEWARK CA

573 W EL CAMINO REAL 7.5 miles

573 W EL CAMINO REAL
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A 7.5 miles

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A
SAN CARLOS, CA 94070
Categories: SAN CARLOS CA

2500 GRANT RD 7.8 miles

2500 GRANT RD
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

901 W EL CAMINO REAL 8.6 miles

901 W EL CAMINO REAL
SUNNYVALE, CA 94087
Categories: SUNNYVALE CA

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102 8.6 miles

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102
FOSTER CITY, CA 94404
Categories: FOSTER CITY CA

39180 FARWELL DR STE 231 9.0 miles

39180 FARWELL DR STE 231
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

5763 STEVENSON BLVD 9.2 miles

5763 STEVENSON BLVD
NEWARK, CA 94560
Categories: NEWARK CA

42650 CHRISTY ST 9.3 miles

42650 CHRISTY ST
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

877 W Fremont Avenue, Ste H-2 9.5 miles

877 W Fremont Avenue, Ste H-2
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Categories: Sunnyvale CA

222 W 39TH AVE 9.6 miles

222 W 39TH AVE
SAN MATEO, CA 94403
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

1195 E ARQUES AVE BLDG 1 10.0 miles

1195 E ARQUES AVE BLDG 1
SUNNYVALE, CA 94085
Categories: SUNNYVALE CA

3555 WHIPPLE RD 10.0 miles

3555 WHIPPLE RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD 10.1 miles

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD 10.2 miles

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

39400 Padeo Padre Pkwy Mission Bldg 10.3 miles

39400 Padeo Padre Pkwy Mission Bldg
Fremont, CA 94538
Categories: Fremont CA

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD 10.6 miles

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

3161 WALNUT AVE 10.6 miles

3161 WALNUT AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1 10.7 miles

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

2000 MOWRY AVE 10.8 miles

2000 MOWRY AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

2737 WALSH AVE 11.2 miles

2737 WALSH AVE
SANTA CLARA, CA 95051
Categories: SANTA CLARA CA

3225 SELDON CT 11.2 miles

3225 SELDON CT
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

10050 BUBB RD STE 3 11.2 miles

10050 BUBB RD STE 3
CUPERTINO, CA 95014
Categories: CUPERTINO CA

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103 11.5 miles

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103
Fremont, CA 94536
Categories: Fremont CA

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32 11.5 miles

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

46305 WARM SPRINGS BLVD 11.6 miles

46305 WARM SPRINGS BLVD
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

27200 CALAROGA AVE 11.7 miles

27200 CALAROGA AVE
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

10050 N WOLFE RD Ste SW1-190 11.7 miles

10050 N WOLFE RD Ste SW1-190
CUPERTINO, CA 95014
Categories: CUPERTINO CA

46752 MISSION BLVD STE A 11.8 miles

46752 MISSION BLVD STE A
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

46690 MOHAVE DR 11.9 miles

46690 MOHAVE DR
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

988 WALSH AVE 12.2 miles

988 WALSH AVE
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
Categories: SANTA CLARA CA

60 N EL CAMINO REAL 12.2 miles

60 N EL CAMINO REAL
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

1825 CIVIC CENTER DR STE 7 12.8 miles

1825 CIVIC CENTER DR STE 7
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
Categories: SANTA CLARA CA

315 S ABBOTT AVE 12.8 miles

315 S ABBOTT AVE
MILPITAS, CA 95035
Categories: MILPITAS CA

700 E CALAVERAS BLVD 13.7 miles

700 E CALAVERAS BLVD
MILPITAS, CA 95035
Categories: MILPITAS CA

1717 S MAIN ST 13.8 miles

1717 S MAIN ST
MILPITAS, CA 95035
Categories: MILPITAS CA

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3 14.0 miles

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3
HAYWARD, CA 94544
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1400 COLEMAN AVE STE F13 STE F-13 14.8 miles

1400 COLEMAN AVE STE F13 STE F-13
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
Categories: SANTA CLARA CA

2105 FOREST AVE 14.9 miles

2105 FOREST AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

123 Di Salvo Ave, Suite G 14.9 miles

123 Di Salvo Ave, Suite G
San Jose, CA 95128
Categories: San Jose CA

1910 N Capitol Ave 15.0 miles

1910 N Capitol Ave
San Jose, CA 95132
Categories: San Jose CA

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400 15.5 miles

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

1501 TROUSDALE DR 15.9 miles

1501 TROUSDALE DR
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

1580 WINCHESTER BLVD STE 202 15.9 miles

1580 WINCHESTER BLVD STE 202
CAMPBELL, CA 95008
Categories: CAMPBELL CA

1663 ROLLINS RD 16.0 miles

1663 ROLLINS RD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

15 TILLMAN AVE 16.0 miles

15 TILLMAN AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95126
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

242 MERIDIAN AVE STE C 16.0 miles

242 MERIDIAN AVE STE C
SAN JOSE, CA 95126
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101, 16.0 miles

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101,
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Categories: Castro Valley CA

2587 MERCED ST 16.3 miles

2587 MERCED ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

13939 E 14TH ST 16.9 miles

13939 E 14TH ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180 16.9 miles

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

266 N JACKSON AVE STE 4 17.6 miles

266 N JACKSON AVE STE 4
SAN JOSE, CA 95116
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

2375 Montpelier Dr, Ste 20 17.6 miles

2375 Montpelier Dr, Ste 20
San Jose, CA 95116
Categories: San Jose CA

3880 S BASCOM AVE ste 109 18.0 miles

3880 S BASCOM AVE ste 109
SAN JOSE, CA 95124
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

3880 S BASCOM AVE STE 112 18.0 miles

3880 S BASCOM AVE STE 112
SAN JOSE, CA 95124
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

2581 Samaritan Drive, Suite 108 18.3 miles

2581 Samaritan Drive, Suite 108
San Jose, CA 95124
Categories: San Jose CA

1893 MONTEREY HWY STE 200 18.8 miles

1893 MONTEREY HWY STE 200
SAN JOSE, CA 95112
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

1901 MONTEREY HWY STE 10 18.8 miles

1901 MONTEREY HWY STE 10
SAN JOSE, CA 95112
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212 18.9 miles

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
Categories: SAN BRUNO CA

25, Via Luigi Pirandello 19.1 miles

25, Via Luigi Pirandello
Pedara, Catania, KS 95030
Categories: Pedara, Catania KS

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205 19.1 miles

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110 19.2 miles

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Categories: Pleasanton CA

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR 19.2 miles

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7817 OAKPORT ST 19.3 miles

7817 OAKPORT ST
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1 19.3 miles

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

3 S LINDEN AVE 19.5 miles

3 S LINDEN AVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
Categories: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA

3162 NEWBERRY DR ste G 19.7 miles

3162 NEWBERRY DR ste G
SAN JOSE, CA 95118
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

7667 AMADOR VALLEY BLVD 20.0 miles

7667 AMADOR VALLEY BLVD
DUBLIN, CA 94568
Categories: DUBLIN CA

2435 S KING RD STE 60 20.1 miles

2435 S KING RD STE 60
SAN JOSE, CA 95122
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

4847 HOPYARD RD STE 4-424 20.2 miles

4847 HOPYARD RD STE 4-424
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

5635 W LAS POSITAS BLVD 20.4 miles

5635 W LAS POSITAS BLVD
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

International Terminal Level 3 A Side 20.4 miles

International Terminal Level 3 A Side
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2324 SANTA RITA RD STE 4 20.7 miles

2324 SANTA RITA RD STE 4
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

3200 BUSCH RD 20.9 miles

3200 BUSCH RD
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

2224 DELUCCHI DR 21.0 miles

2224 DELUCCHI DR
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

3128 SANTA RITA RD 21.0 miles

3128 SANTA RITA RD
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D 21.0 miles

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D
Alameda, CA 94501
Categories: Alameda CA

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A 21.0 miles

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Categories: ALAMEDA CA

2724 Aborn Road 21.9 miles

2724 Aborn Road
San Jose, CA 95121
Categories: San Jose CA

4000 DUBLIN BLVD STE 150 22.1 miles

4000 DUBLIN BLVD STE 150
DUBLIN, CA 94568
Categories: DUBLIN CA

SFIA Terminal 2 22.3 miles

SFIA Terminal 2
San Francisco, CA 94125
Categories: San Francisco CA

554 BLOSSOM HILL RD 22.3 miles

554 BLOSSOM HILL RD
SAN JOSE, CA 95123
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

On-site only 22.3 miles

On-site only
San Francisco, CA 94124
Categories: San Francisco CA

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108 23.3 miles

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

1900 SULLIVAN AVE 23.4 miles

1900 SULLIVAN AVE
DALY CITY, CA 94015
Categories: DALY CITY CA

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142 23.4 miles

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140 23.4 miles

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

2 TERMINAL 23.7 miles

2 TERMINAL
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

384 EMBARCADERO W 23.7 miles

384 EMBARCADERO W
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

1700 BROADWAY STE 310 24.4 miles

1700 BROADWAY STE 310
OAKLAND, CA 94612
Categories: OAKLAND CA

275 HOSPITAL PKWY FL 5 24.4 miles

275 HOSPITAL PKWY FL 5
SAN JOSE, CA 95119
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

1133 E STANLEY BLVD Ste 151 24.5 miles

1133 E STANLEY BLVD Ste 151
LIVERMORE, CA 94550
Categories: LIVERMORE CA

1111 E STANLEY BLVD 24.5 miles

1111 E STANLEY BLVD
LIVERMORE, CA 94550
Categories: LIVERMORE CA

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ 24.6 miles

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1 24.9 miles

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

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Alcohol Detection Periods

Breath Alcohol

Current / Immediate

ETG - Urine

80 Hours

Standard Urine

1 - 2 Days

Whether you want to detect current alcohol impairment, recent alcohol consumption, or alcohol usage within the past 3 days, Accredited Drug Testing offers the testing services that fit your needs.

Alcohol tests are administered for a variety of different reasons and greatly differ from drug tests. Drug tests (those that analyze samples of hair and urine) attempt to detect usage of illegal drugs over a lengthy time period, generally ranging from a week to several months. However, alcohol tests are aimed at detecting consumption of a legal - though regulated - substance within a much shorter timeframe. Rather than testing for past usage, an alcohol drug test will register only the immediate presence of alcohol in the human body.

Breath Alcohol Drug Test

Otherwise known as a breathalyzer, Breath Alcohol Test (BATs) make frequent appearances in sitcoms and crime shows. That is because they are quite commonly used given that the test is easy to administer and provides nearly instantaneous results. Police officers rely on breathalyzer exams to detect when drivers are on the road and above the legal alcohol limit. Because BATs provide only a current-moment snapshot of the body's blood alcohol content, they should only be administered when someone is required to be sober at the current time. Such cases would include driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.

Accredited Drug Testing centers are dedicated to providing accurate results every time. For that reason, our certified staff only administers DOT-approved Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs). Procedures are meticulously controlled to ensure that all results are admissible in a court of law.

DOT only permits a breath alcohol test. Urine alcohol tests are not permitted by the Department of Transportation. Therefore, a DOT regulated employee would take a 5 panel DOT urine test but only a breath alcohol test if required.

Urine Alcohol Drug Test Finally, for rare cases an EtG exam will be administered to determine if alcohol has been consumed over a 5 day period. EtGs are typically reserved for individuals undergoing a court-ordered sobriety or alcohol rehabilitation program.

Saliva / Oral Fluid Alcohol Test

Accredited Drug Testing also offers a saliva specimen alcohol test in addition, to breath and urine testing. Oral fluid alcohol test can provide immediate results or if requested can be sent to certified laboratory for analysis

Confidential alcohol drug tests can be conducted at any location utilizing the Accredited Drug Testing mobile on-site program service.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or click below to order online 24/7.

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Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for all needs including employment, DOT, court ordered, school, personal and are available for both individuals and employers.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, offers 5, 10 and 12 panel drug test screenings utilizing urine, hair, blood and oral fluids/saliva. Alcohol testing is available for breath alcohol, standard urine and ETG testing.

Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all tests results are verified by our in house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers.

On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

Department of Transportation (DOT)

If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.

Drug Free Workplace

Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.

We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.

Our alcohol testing East Palo Alto, CA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.

Our drug testing East Palo Alto, CA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing East Palo Alto, CA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.

Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is a procedure used to measure an individual's blood alcohol content (BAC) or detect the presence of alcohol in the body. This testing is crucial in various contexts, including law enforcement, workplace safety, and medical screening. For consumers, understanding the available methods and their specific uses can help in making informed decisions about alcohol testing.

Methods of Alcohol Testing

  • Breathalyzer Tests: These are the most common form of alcohol testing, especially used by law enforcement. They measure the alcohol content in the breath, which correlates with blood alcohol levels.
  • Blood Tests: Considered the most accurate method, blood tests directly measure the alcohol concentration in the bloodstream. However, they require professional medical personnel to collect the blood sample.
  • Urine Tests: Urine tests are less commonly used for alcohol because of their less accurate representation of current blood alcohol levels but can detect alcohol consumption up to 24 hours after intake.
  • Saliva Tests: These tests are less invasive and can detect the presence of alcohol in the saliva, which is a good approximation of BAC.

Applications of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is used in several key areas:

  1. Law Enforcement: To enforce drinking and driving laws and ensure public safety.
  2. Workplace Safety: In industries where operating heavy machinery or driving is involved, employers use alcohol testing to ensure a safe work environment.
  3. Health Monitoring: Medical professionals may require alcohol testing for patients undergoing treatment for alcohol use disorder or monitoring those with specific health conditions.

Advantages of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing offers several benefits:

  • Prevention of Accidents: It helps in reducing the risk of accidents associated with alcohol consumption, especially in driving and workplace scenarios.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in work environments.
  • Support for Recovery Programs: Regular testing can support individuals in recovery programs by holding them accountable and encouraging sobriety.

Limitations of Alcohol Testing

Despite its benefits, alcohol testing has limitations:

  • Variability in Accuracy: Some methods, like breathalyzers, can sometimes give false positives due to factors like diet, medical conditions, or even certain medications.
  • Invasiveness: Some methods, particularly blood tests, are invasive and require professional handling.
  • Privacy Concerns: The necessity to disclose personal consumption habits can raise privacy issues, especially in employment contexts.

In conclusion, alcohol testing plays a critical role in law enforcement, workplace safety, and health care. While it offers numerous benefits in promoting safety and health standards, awareness of its limitations and appropriate use is essential for achieving accurate and reliable results.

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Local Area Info: East Palo Alto, California

East Palo Alto (abbreviated E.P.A.) is a city in San Mateo County, California, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population of East Palo Alto was 28,155. It is situated on the San Francisco Peninsula, roughly halfway between the cities of San Francisco and San Jose. To the north and east is the San Francisco Bay, to the west is the city of Menlo Park, and to the south the city of Palo Alto. Despite being called "East" Palo Alto, the city is directly north of Palo Alto. While often incorrectly assumed to be part of the city of Palo Alto, East Palo Alto has always been a separate entity since its founding as an unincorporated community until its incorporation in July 1983. It is also in San Mateo County, while Palo Alto is in Santa Clara County. The two cities are separated only by San Francisquito Creek and, largely, the Bayshore Freeway (the vast majority of East Palo Alto is northeast of the freeway, while all of the residential part of Palo Alto is southwest of the freeway). The revitalization projects in 2000, and high income high-tech professionals moving into new developments, including employees from Google and Facebook, have begun to eliminate the cultural and economic differences between the two cities. East Palo Alto and Palo Alto share both telephone area codes and postal ZIP codes.

43% of East Palo Alto's residents were African Americans in 1990, which was the result of redlining practices and racial deed restrictions in Palo Alto. Latinos now constitute about 65% of the total population, while the proportion of African Americans has decreased to about 15%. A small minority of Pacific Islanders also reside in East Palo Alto, most of Tongan, Samoan and Fijian origin.[citation needed]. East Palo Alto has the largest concentration of Pacific Islanders of any American city or town outside Hawaii.[citation needed].

East Palo Alto has seen a dramatic drop in violent crime in the last 20 years, including a 97.6% reduction in murders from 1992 to 2017. In the past, East Palo Alto experienced profound crime and poverty, especially during the 1980s and early 1990s. In 1992, it had the highest homicide rate in the country with 24,322 people, and 42 murders, equaling a rate of 172.7 homicides per 100,000 residents. In 2017, it had only one murder.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 29,765 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +0.9%

Median Age: 29.9 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in East Palo Alto: 169.9 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Elevation: 15 feet

Land Area: 2.55 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $64,895 (it was $45,006 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $23,912 (it was $13,774 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $710,992 (it was $296,700 in 2000) East Palo Alto:$710,992CA:$509,400

Races:
      Hispanic - 18,618 - 62.2%
      Black alone - 3,108 - 10.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 3,117 - 10.4%
      White alone - 2,597 - 8.7%
      Asian alone - 1,233 - 4.1%
      Two or more races - 1,001 - 3.3%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.03%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.02%

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