Odessa, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 7,267.

Population (male): 3,550

Median Age: 38.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,232.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Odessa: 94.2 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.2%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 5.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 17.6% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 58 feet

Land Area: 5.30 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 5,548 - 76.3%
      Hispanic - 998 - 13.7%
      Asian alone - 293 - 4.0%
      Black alone - 271 - 3.7%
      Two or more races - 121 - 1.7%
      American Indian alone - 23 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 7 - 0.10%
      Other race alone - 6 - 0.08%

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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 Odessa, FL

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Odessa, FL 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 Odessa, FL locations and most Odessa, FL 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.

8745 STATE ROAD 54 4.8 miles

8745 STATE ROAD 54
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34655
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

10730 STATE ROAD 54 5.8 miles

10730 STATE ROAD 54
TRINITY, FL 34655
Categories: TRINITY FL

5400 SCHOOL RD 8.2 miles

5400 SCHOOL RD
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

3837 NORTHDALE BLVD STE 140 8.6 miles

3837 NORTHDALE BLVD STE 140
Tampa, FL 33624
Categories: Tampa FL

5124 US HIGHWAY 19 8.8 miles

5124 US HIGHWAY 19
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

4741 US Highway 19, 8.9 miles

4741 US Highway 19,
New Port Richey, FL 34652
Categories: New Port Richey FL

15423 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 101 8.9 miles

15423 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 101
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

2404 US HIGHWAY 19 9.0 miles

2404 US HIGHWAY 19
HOLIDAY, FL 34691
Categories: HOLIDAY FL

6182 GUNN HWY 9.3 miles

6182 GUNN HWY
TAMPA, FL 33625
Categories: TAMPA FL

11916 SHELDON RD STE C 9.5 miles

11916 SHELDON RD STE C
TAMPA, FL 33626
Categories: TAMPA FL

11611 Sheldon Rd, 9.7 miles

11611 Sheldon Rd,
Tampa, FL 33626
Categories: Tampa FL

13856 N DALE MABRY HWY 9.9 miles

13856 N DALE MABRY HWY
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

9328 US HIGHWAY 19 9.9 miles

9328 US HIGHWAY 19
PORT RICHEY, FL 34668
Categories: PORT RICHEY FL

22945 STATE ROAD 54 9.9 miles

22945 STATE ROAD 54
LUTZ, FL 33549
Categories: LUTZ FL

3450 Bushwood Park Dive Ste 100 10.0 miles

3450 Bushwood Park Dive Ste 100
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

638 E TARPON AVE 10.0 miles

638 E TARPON AVE
TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689
Categories: TARPON SPRINGS FL

15511 N Florida Avenue, Suites 602 10.6 miles

15511 N Florida Avenue, Suites 602
Tampa, FL 33613
Categories: Tampa FL

1081 S Pinellas Ave Suite E4 &, 10.6 miles

1081 S Pinellas Ave Suite E4 &,
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Categories: Tarpon Springs FL

11528 US HIGHWAY 19 11.2 miles

11528 US HIGHWAY 19
PORT RICHEY, FL 34668
Categories: PORT RICHEY FL

24420 STATE ROAD 54 11.2 miles

24420 STATE ROAD 54
LUTZ, FL 33559
Categories: LUTZ FL

7459 State Road 52, 11.3 miles

7459 State Road 52,
Hudson, FL 34667
Categories: Hudson FL

8401 J R MANOR DR STE 200 11.9 miles

8401 J R MANOR DR STE 200
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

4899 W WATERS AVE STE C 12.3 miles

4899 W WATERS AVE STE C
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

14438 UNIVERSITY COVE PL 12.9 miles

14438 UNIVERSITY COVE PL
TAMPA, FL 33613
Categories: TAMPA FL

13944 LAKESHORE BLVD STE D 13.0 miles

13944 LAKESHORE BLVD STE D
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

14100 FIVAY RD STE 140 13.1 miles

14100 FIVAY RD STE 140
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

13610 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD 13.2 miles

13610 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33613
Categories: TAMPA FL

5927 WEBB RD 13.3 miles

5927 WEBB RD
TAMPA, FL 33615
Categories: TAMPA FL

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102 13.4 miles

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Categories: Wesley Chapel FL

3100 E FLETCHER AVE 13.4 miles

3100 E FLETCHER AVE
TAMPA, FL 33613
Categories: TAMPA FL

7001 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 10 13.6 miles

7001 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 10
TAMPA, FL 33614
Categories: TAMPA FL

7926 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE 13.7 miles

7926 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE
TAMPA, FL 33615
Categories: TAMPA FL

701 ENTERPRISE RD E STE 701 13.8 miles

701 ENTERPRISE RD E STE 701
SAFETY HARBOR, FL 34695
Categories: SAFETY HARBOR FL

5635 HOOVER BLVD 13.8 miles

5635 HOOVER BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

11315 N 30TH ST 13.8 miles

11315 N 30TH ST
TAMPA, FL 33612
Categories: TAMPA FL

5504 GATEWAY BLVD 13.9 miles

5504 GATEWAY BLVD
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

29245 US HWY 19 NORTH 13.9 miles

29245 US HWY 19 NORTH
CLEARWATER, FL 33761
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

5406 HOOVER BLVD STE 21 14.1 miles

5406 HOOVER BLVD STE 21
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

18101 HIGHWOODS PRESERVE PKWY 14.1 miles

18101 HIGHWOODS PRESERVE PKWY
TAMPA, FL 33647
Categories: TAMPA FL

1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103 14.1 miles

1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103
TAMPA, FL 33612
Categories: TAMPA FL

5011 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE STE E 14.2 miles

5011 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE STE E
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

14000 FIVAY RD INJURY CARE ONLY 14.3 miles

14000 FIVAY RD INJURY CARE ONLY
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

20677 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD 14.6 miles

20677 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33647
Categories: TAMPA FL

1724 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD STE Q2 14.7 miles

1724 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD STE Q2
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

26812 US HIGHWAY 19 N 15.2 miles

26812 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33761
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

4728 N HABANA AVE ste 102 15.6 miles

4728 N HABANA AVE ste 102
TAMPA, FL 33614
Categories: TAMPA FL

3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 15.9 miles

3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

2727 W DR MLK BLVD STE 200 16.0 miles

2727 W DR MLK BLVD STE 200
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

10320 N 56TH ST STE 110 16.0 miles

10320 N 56TH ST STE 110
TEMPLE TERRACE, FL 33617
Categories: TEMPLE TERRACE FL

2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 16.0 miles

2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

3135 STATE ROAD 580 STE 12 16.0 miles

3135 STATE ROAD 580 STE 12
SAFETY HARBOR, FL 34695
Categories: SAFETY HARBOR FL

2323 CURLEW RD STES 2A & 2B 16.0 miles

2323 CURLEW RD STES 2A & 2B
DUNEDIN, FL 34698
Categories: DUNEDIN FL

829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115 16.2 miles

829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

1500 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD STE A1-A2 16.4 miles

1500 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD STE A1-A2
CLEARWATER, FL 33759
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

27421 STATE ROAD 54 16.6 miles

27421 STATE ROAD 54
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

4602 N NEBRASKA AVE 16.7 miles

4602 N NEBRASKA AVE
TAMPA, FL 33603
Categories: TAMPA FL

5610 W LA SALLE ST 16.8 miles

5610 W LA SALLE ST
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

11123 COUNTY LINE RD 16.9 miles

11123 COUNTY LINE RD
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

170 MARINER BLVD., UNIT 7-A 16.9 miles

170 MARINER BLVD., UNIT 7-A
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

40 Seven Hills Dr, 17.0 miles

40 Seven Hills Dr,
Spring Hill, FL 34609
Categories: Spring Hill FL

10441 QUALITY DR STE 105 17.0 miles

10441 QUALITY DR STE 105
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

3860 W COLUMBUS DR W BOY SCOUT BLVD 17.1 miles

3860 W COLUMBUS DR W BOY SCOUT BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

1822 N BELCHER RD 101 & 102 17.5 miles

1822 N BELCHER RD 101 & 102
CLEARWATER, FL 33765
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

3305 W KENNEDY BLVD 18.1 miles

3305 W KENNEDY BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33609
Categories: TAMPA FL

1200 E 6TH AVE 18.4 miles

1200 E 6TH AVE
TAMPA, FL 33605
Categories: TAMPA FL

2919 W SWANN AVE Ste 402 18.8 miles

2919 W SWANN AVE Ste 402
TAMPA, FL 33609
Categories: TAMPA FL

4305 E 21ST AVE 19.0 miles

4305 E 21ST AVE
TEMPE, FL 33605
Categories: TEMPE FL

4305 E 21ST AVE 19.0 miles

4305 E 21ST AVE
TAMPA, FL 33605
Categories: TAMPA FL

301 W PLATT ST STE 152 19.1 miles

301 W PLATT ST STE 152
TAMPA, FL 33606
Categories: TAMPA FL

1219 Cleveland St, 19.7 miles

1219 Cleveland St,
Clearwater, FL 33755
Categories: Clearwater FL

1750 N 50TH ST 19.8 miles

1750 N 50TH ST
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

1521 DRUID RD E 19.8 miles

1521 DRUID RD E
CLEARWATER, FL 33756
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

3041 Landover Blvd., 20.2 miles

3041 Landover Blvd.,
Spring Hill, FL 34608
Categories: Spring Hill FL

3037 LANDOVER BLVD 20.4 miles

3037 LANDOVER BLVD
SPRING HILL, FL 34608
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

4112 MARINER BLVD 20.7 miles

4112 MARINER BLVD
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

3012 N US HIGHWAY 301 20.9 miles

3012 N US HIGHWAY 301
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

3110 CHERRY PALM DR 21.5 miles

3110 CHERRY PALM DR
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

560 CARILLON PKWY 21.6 miles

560 CARILLON PKWY
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33716
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 406 21.7 miles

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 406
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33716
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 106 21.7 miles

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 106
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33716
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

1400 E BAY DR 22.1 miles

1400 E BAY DR
LARGO, FL 33771
Categories: LARGO FL

13163 66TH ST 22.5 miles

13163 66TH ST
LARGO, FL 33773
Categories: LARGO FL

9210 FLORIDA PALM DR 22.5 miles

9210 FLORIDA PALM DR
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

7108 CAUSEWAY BLVD 22.9 miles

7108 CAUSEWAY BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 23.0 miles

11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
Categories: SEFFNER FL

7007 Nightwalker Rd, 23.2 miles

7007 Nightwalker Rd,
Brooksville, FL 34613
Categories: Brooksville FL

801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 23.5 miles

801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
Categories: SEFFNER FL

11370 66TH ST STE 125 23.6 miles

11370 66TH ST STE 125
LARGO, FL 33773
Categories: LARGO FL

12120 CORTEZ BLVD 23.6 miles

12120 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

2981B W BAY DR 23.6 miles

2981B W BAY DR
BELLEAIR BLUFFS, FL 33770
Categories: BELLEAIR BLUFFS FL

12220 CORTEZ BLVD 23.7 miles

12220 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

10500 ULMERTON RD STE 202 23.7 miles

10500 ULMERTON RD STE 202
LARGO, FL 33771
Categories: LARGO FL

12114 CORTEZ BLVD #205 23.8 miles

12114 CORTEZ BLVD #205
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

2025 INDIAN ROCKS RD S 24.3 miles

2025 INDIAN ROCKS RD S
LARGO, FL 33774
Categories: LARGO FL

INDIAN ROCKS RD 24.6 miles

INDIAN ROCKS RD
LARGO, FL 33774
Categories: LARGO FL

37802 MEDICAL ARTS CT 24.8 miles

37802 MEDICAL ARTS CT
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33541
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

6719 Gall Blvd., Suite 101 24.9 miles

6719 Gall Blvd., Suite 101
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Categories: Zephyrhills FL

7000 4TH ST N 24.9 miles

7000 4TH ST N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33702
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

6755 GALL BLVD 24.9 miles

6755 GALL BLVD
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

7050 GALL BLVD 25.0 miles

7050 GALL BLVD
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33541
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

To schedule an alcohol test in Odessa, FL 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 Odessa, FL 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 Odessa, FL locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Odessa, FL 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: Odessa, Florida

Odessa is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pasco County, Florida, United States. The population was 3,173 at the 2000 census and more than doubled to 7,267 in 2010. Northwest of Tampa, Odessa had been an area of open spaces, ranching, and horse properties. More recently it has seen many suburban property developments as Tampa's population expands.

Odessa was founded in the 1880s by Peter Demens, a Russian immigrant who established the community through the Orange Belt Railway. Demens also founded St. Petersburg, Florida and named both communities after places he used to go to in his native country.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Census Designated Place lies entirely in Pasco County, Florida, and has a total area of 5.6 square miles (15 km2) of which 5.3 square miles (14 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km2) (6.04%) is water.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 7,267.

Population (male): 3,550

Median Age: 38.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,232.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Odessa: 94.2 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.2%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 5.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 17.6% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 58 feet

Land Area: 5.30 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 5,548 - 76.3%
      Hispanic - 998 - 13.7%
      Asian alone - 293 - 4.0%
      Black alone - 271 - 3.7%
      Two or more races - 121 - 1.7%
      American Indian alone - 23 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 7 - 0.10%
      Other race alone - 6 - 0.08%

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