Gary, IN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 36.3%

Poverty (breakdown): (35.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 38.9% for Black residents, 36.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 50.0% for American Indian residents, 86.8% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 26.3% for other race residents, 51.4% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (1.5%), German (1.3%).

Elevation: 600 feet

Land Area: 50.2 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $26,669 (it was $27,195 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $17,698 (it was $14,383 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $66,900 (it was $51,900 in 2000) Gary:$66,900IN:$141,100

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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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Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN locations and most Gary, IN 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.

4519 W 5TH AVE 2.5 miles

4519 W 5TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107 3.2 miles

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

7501 W 15TH AVE 4.3 miles

7501 W 15TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

1573 N CLINE AVE 5.4 miles

1573 N CLINE AVE
GRIFFITH, IN 46319
Categories: GRIFFITH IN

1438 RIPLEY ST 5.5 miles

1438 RIPLEY ST
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
Categories: LAKE STATION IN

2490 CENTRAL AVE 5.7 miles

2490 CENTRAL AVE
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
Categories: LAKE STATION IN

4321 FIR ST STE 313 6.0 miles

4321 FIR ST STE 313
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
Categories: EAST CHICAGO IN

2450 169TH ST 6.4 miles

2450 169TH ST
HAMMOND, IN 46323
Categories: HAMMOND IN

3145 45TH ST STE F 6.7 miles

3145 45TH ST STE F
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
Categories: HIGHLAND IN

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE 7.0 miles

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE
HOBART, IN 46342
Categories: HOBART IN

6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A 7.9 miles

6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

1010 165TH ST 8.1 miles

1010 165TH ST
HAMMOND, IN 46324
Categories: HAMMOND IN

813 SIBLEY ST 8.5 miles

813 SIBLEY ST
HAMMOND, IN 46320
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751 E 81ST PL 8.5 miles

751 E 81ST PL
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Categories: MERRILLVILLE IN

7905 CALUMET AVE 8.5 miles

7905 CALUMET AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Categories: MUNSTER IN

6624 MONROE AVE 8.6 miles

6624 MONROE AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46324
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8135 S Calumet Ave 8.6 miles

8135 S Calumet Ave
Munster, IN 46321
Categories: Munster IN

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD 8.8 miles

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
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3325 WILLOWCREEK RD 8.8 miles

3325 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

387 EAST 84TH DR 8.9 miles

387 EAST 84TH DR
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Categories: MERRILLVILLE IN

8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204 8.9 miles

8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Categories: MUNSTER IN

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD 8.9 miles

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

4020 S CALUMET AVE 9.0 miles

4020 S CALUMET AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D 9.2 miles

5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D
Hammond, IN 46320
Categories: Hammond IN

1500 US HIGHWAY 41 9.3 miles

1500 US HIGHWAY 41
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
Categories: SCHERERVILLE IN

3831 S HOHMAN AVE 9.5 miles

3831 S HOHMAN AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46327
Categories: HAMMOND IN

9001 Broadway, 9.6 miles

9001 Broadway,
Merrillville, IN 46410
Categories: Merrillville IN

3545 Arbors Blvd, 9.7 miles

3545 Arbors Blvd,
Portage, IN 46368
Categories: Portage IN

6615 S BOUNDARY RD 9.7 miles

6615 S BOUNDARY RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
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3391 AIRPORT RD 9.7 miles

3391 AIRPORT RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
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1217 US HIGHWAY 41 10.6 miles

1217 US HIGHWAY 41
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
Categories: SCHERERVILLE IN

2741 RIDGE RD 10.7 miles

2741 RIDGE RD
LANSING, IL 60438
Categories: LANSING IL

2741 RIDGE RD FL 2 10.7 miles

2741 RIDGE RD FL 2
LANSING, IL 60438
Categories: LANSING IL

17665 Torrence Ave, 11.0 miles

17665 Torrence Ave,
Lansing, IL 60438
Categories: Lansing IL

1595 VALENCIA CT 11.3 miles

1595 VALENCIA CT
CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
Categories: CALUMET CITY IL

24 JOLIET ST 11.4 miles

24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Categories: DYER IN

16246 PRINCE DR 12.4 miles

16246 PRINCE DR
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
Categories: SOUTH HOLLAND IL

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1 13.5 miles

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
Categories: CROWN POINT IN

900 E 103RD ST 15.4 miles

900 E 103RD ST
CHICAGO, IL 60628
Categories: CHICAGO IL

85 E US HIGHWAY 6 15.6 miles

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

650 DICKINSON RD 15.9 miles

650 DICKINSON RD
CHESTERTON, IN 46304
Categories: CHESTERTON IN

8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 16.2 miles

8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106,
Chicago, IL 60619
Categories: Chicago IL

12942 S CARPENTER ST 16.2 miles

12942 S CARPENTER ST
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
Categories: CALUMET PARK IL

15600 HONORE AVE 16.3 miles

15600 HONORE AVE
HARVEY, IL 60426
Categories: HARVEY IL

30 E 15TH ST STE 100 16.3 miles

30 E 15TH ST STE 100
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
Categories: CHICAGO HEIGHTS IL

1423 CHICAGO RD 16.4 miles

1423 CHICAGO RD
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
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401 Wall St, Suite I 16.7 miles

401 Wall St, Suite I
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Categories: Valparaiso IN

1974 E 73RD ST 16.7 miles

1974 E 73RD ST
CHICAGO, IL 60649
Categories: CHICAGO IL

18665 DIXIE HWY 16.7 miles

18665 DIXIE HWY
HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
Categories: HOMEWOOD IL

12647 S JUSTINE ST 16.9 miles

12647 S JUSTINE ST
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
Categories: CALUMET PARK IL

1910 CALUMET AVE 17.0 miles

1910 CALUMET AVE
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

1900 ROOSEVELT RD 17.2 miles

1900 ROOSEVELT RD
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
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809 LAPORTE AVE 17.6 miles

809 LAPORTE AVE
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
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2310 York St Ste 4A 17.7 miles

2310 York St Ste 4A
Blue Island, IL 60406
Categories: Blue Island IL

10242 S VINCENNES AVE 17.8 miles

10242 S VINCENNES AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60643
Categories: CHICAGO IL

12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204 17.9 miles

12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
Categories: CROWN POINT IN

3301 N Ashland 17.9 miles

3301 N Ashland
Chicago, IL 60657
Categories: Chicago IL

16501 KEDZIE AVE 18.0 miles

16501 KEDZIE AVE
MARKHAM, IL 60428
Categories: MARKHAM IL

1734 W 105TH ST 18.1 miles

1734 W 105TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60643
Categories: CHICAGO IL

19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101 18.4 miles

19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101
Flossmoor, IL 60422
Categories: Flossmoor IL

19550 GOVERNORS HWY 18.5 miles

19550 GOVERNORS HWY
FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422
Categories: FLOSSMOOR IL

2590 MORTHLAND DR STE 1 18.9 miles

2590 MORTHLAND DR STE 1
VALPARAISO, IN 46385
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

5841 S MARYLAND AVE 19.0 miles

5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Categories: CHICAGO IL

1251 EASTPORT CENTRE DR STE B 19.2 miles

1251 EASTPORT CENTRE DR STE B
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

880 EASTPORT CENTRE, 2ND FLOOR 19.2 miles

880 EASTPORT CENTRE, 2ND FLOOR
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

4800 W 129TH ST 20.3 miles

4800 W 129TH ST
ALSIP, IL 60803
Categories: ALSIP IL

3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 20.4 miles

3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
Categories: EVERGREEN PARK IL

4742 CAL SAG RD 20.6 miles

4742 CAL SAG RD
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
Categories: CRESTWOOD IL

650 W 51ST ST 21.0 miles

650 W 51ST ST
CHICAGO, IL 60609
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5709 S. Loomis Blvd 21.1 miles

5709 S. Loomis Blvd
Chicago, IL 60636
Categories: Chicago IL

10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 21.5 miles

10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310,
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Categories: Oak Lawn IL

2929 S ELLIS AVE 22.0 miles

2929 S ELLIS AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 22.3 miles

5533 W 109TH ST STE 103
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Categories: OAK LAWN IL

2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 22.5 miles

2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3201 S WALLACE ST 22.5 miles

3201 S WALLACE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2600 S Michigan Ave 22.5 miles

2600 S Michigan Ave
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 22.9 miles

6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 23.0 miles

16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

17148 HARLEM AVE 23.1 miles

17148 HARLEM AVE
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

5660 W 95TH ST 23.2 miles

5660 W 95TH ST
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Categories: OAK LAWN IL

3316 S ASHLAND AVE 23.4 miles

3316 S ASHLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 23.6 miles

3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2361 Reliable Parkway 23.7 miles

2361 Reliable Parkway
Chicago, IL 60686
Categories: Chicago IL

2393 Reliable Parkway 23.7 miles

2393 Reliable Parkway
Chicago, IL 60686
Categories: Chicago IL

REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 23.7 miles

REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478
CHICAGO, IL 60678
Categories: CHICAGO IL

75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 23.7 miles

75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660
CHICAGO, IL 60675
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 23.8 miles

5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3
CHICAGO, IL 60629
Categories: CHICAGO IL

25711 S Egyptian Trail 23.8 miles

25711 S Egyptian Trail
Monee, IL 60449
Categories: Monee IL

811 S STATE ST STE B 24.1 miles

811 S STATE ST STE B
CHICAGO, IL 60605
Categories: CHICAGO IL

4111 Franklin St 24.1 miles

4111 Franklin St
Michigan City, IN 46360
Categories: Michigan City IN

5015 W 65TH ST 24.2 miles

5015 W 65TH ST
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
Categories: BEDFORD PARK IL

301 W HOMER ST 24.4 miles

301 W HOMER ST
MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360
Categories: MICHIGAN CITY IN

4940 S CICERO AVE 24.6 miles

4940 S CICERO AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60638
Categories: CHICAGO IL

7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 24.6 miles

7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Categories: Palos Heights IL

55 E WASHINGTON ST STE 2500 24.7 miles

55 E WASHINGTON ST STE 2500
CHICAGO, IL 60602
Categories: CHICAGO IL

300 E RANDOLPH ST CL404 24.7 miles

300 E RANDOLPH ST CL404
CHICAGO, IL 60601
Categories: CHICAGO IL

111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1514, 24.7 miles

111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1514,
Chicago, IL 60602
Categories: Chicago IL

300 W ADAMS ST STE 835 24.7 miles

300 W ADAMS ST STE 835
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Categories: CHICAGO IL

12255 S 80TH AVE 24.8 miles

12255 S 80TH AVE
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Categories: PALOS HEIGHTS IL

676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 900 24.9 miles

676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 900
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Categories: CHICAGO IL

600 W ADAMS ST 25.0 miles

600 W ADAMS ST
CHICAGO, IL 60661
Categories: CHICAGO IL

36 W RANDOLPH ST STE 705 25.0 miles

36 W RANDOLPH ST STE 705
CHICAGO, IL 60601
Categories: CHICAGO IL

To schedule an alcohol test in Gary, IN call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7

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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 Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Gary, IN 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: Gary

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Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 36.3%

Poverty (breakdown): (35.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 38.9% for Black residents, 36.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 50.0% for American Indian residents, 86.8% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 26.3% for other race residents, 51.4% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (1.5%), German (1.3%).

Elevation: 600 feet

Land Area: 50.2 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $26,669 (it was $27,195 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $17,698 (it was $14,383 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $66,900 (it was $51,900 in 2000) Gary:$66,900IN:$141,100

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