Princeton, NJ Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 31,822 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +124.1%

Population (female): 15,436

Median Age: 32.7 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,550.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Princeton: 119.6 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (4.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.4% for Black residents, 10.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 80.0% for American Indian residents, 21.4% for other race residents, 2.4% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (6.1%), English (5.4%), German (4.8%), Irish (4.6%), American (2.5%), Russian (2.5%).

Elevation: 215 feet

Land Area: 1.85 square miles.

Zip Codes: 08542

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $94,183 (it was $67,346 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $41,326 (it was $27,292 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $692,967 (it was $338,700 in 2000) Princeton:$692,967NJ:$334,900

Races:
      White alone - 8,199 - 66.6%
      Asian alone - 1,655 - 13.4%
      Hispanic - 1,268 - 10.3%
      Black alone - 761 - 6.2%
      Two or more races - 360 - 2.9%
      Other race alone - 31 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 20 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 13 - 0.1%

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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 Princeton, NJ

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ locations and most Princeton, NJ 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.

601 Ewing St, Suite C-22 1.5 miles

601 Ewing St, Suite C-22
Princeton, NJ 8540
Categories: Princeton NJ

5 PLAINSBORO RD STE 570 3.2 miles

5 PLAINSBORO RD STE 570
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
Categories: PLAINSBORO NJ

168 Franklin Corner Rd, Bldg. 2, Suite 1D 5.6 miles

168 Franklin Corner Rd, Bldg. 2, Suite 1D
Lawrenceville, NJ 8648
Categories: Lawrenceville NJ

4105 US HIGHWAY 1 STE 1 6.4 miles

4105 US HIGHWAY 1 STE 1
MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ 8852
Categories: MONMOUTH JUNCTION NJ

2500 US HIGHWAY 1 7.3 miles

2500 US HIGHWAY 1
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 8648
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE NJ

811 HIGHWAY 33 8.2 miles

811 HIGHWAY 33
HAMILTON, NJ 8619
Categories: HAMILTON NJ

2222 HIGHWAY 33 STE H 8.6 miles

2222 HIGHWAY 33 STE H
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
Categories: HAMILTON NJ

3 LIBERTY ST, Suite 1016 8.7 miles

3 LIBERTY ST, Suite 1016
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
Categories: PLAINSBORO NJ

1 WASHINGTON BLVD STE A 8.8 miles

1 WASHINGTON BLVD STE A
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ 8691
Categories: ROBBINSVILLE NJ

832 BRUNSWICK AVE 9.1 miles

832 BRUNSWICK AVE
TRENTON, NJ 8638
Categories: TRENTON NJ

2 HAMILTON HEALTH PL 9.1 miles

2 HAMILTON HEALTH PL
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
Categories: HAMILTON NJ

750 BRUNSWICK AVE 9.2 miles

750 BRUNSWICK AVE
TRENTON, NJ 8638
Categories: TRENTON NJ

1670 WHITEHORSE HAMILTON SQUARE RD 9.5 miles

1670 WHITEHORSE HAMILTON SQUARE RD
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
Categories: HAMILTON NJ

1255 WHITEHORSE MERCERVILLE RD 9.7 miles

1255 WHITEHORSE MERCERVILLE RD
MERCERVILLE, NJ 8619
Categories: MERCERVILLE NJ

1225 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd, Suite 201 9.7 miles

1225 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd, Suite 201
Hamilton, NJ 8619
Categories: Hamilton NJ

1544 KUSER RD STE C9 9.9 miles

1544 KUSER RD STE C9
TRENTON, NJ 8619
Categories: TRENTON NJ

601 HAMILTON AVE 10.1 miles

601 HAMILTON AVE
TRENTON, NJ 8629
Categories: TRENTON NJ

2 CENTRE DR STE 400 10.3 miles

2 CENTRE DR STE 400
MONROE, NJ 8831
Categories: MONROE NJ

333 Forsgate Drive, Ste 203 11.1 miles

333 Forsgate Drive, Ste 203
Jamesburg, NJ 8831
Categories: Jamesburg NJ

1085 CRANBURY SOUTH RIVER RD Ste 2 11.6 miles

1085 CRANBURY SOUTH RIVER RD Ste 2
JAMESBURG, NJ 8831
Categories: JAMESBURG NJ

49 Veronica Ave, Ste 203 12.3 miles

49 Veronica Ave, Ste 203
Somerset, NJ 8873
Categories: Somerset NJ

303 OMNI DR 12.3 miles

303 OMNI DR
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
Categories: HILLSBOROUGH NJ

10 COSTCO DR 12.3 miles

10 COSTCO DR
MONROE, NJ 8831
Categories: MONROE NJ

6 FELLEN PL 12.6 miles

6 FELLEN PL
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
Categories: HILLSBOROUGH NJ

561 CRANBURY RD 13.1 miles

561 CRANBURY RD
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
Categories: EAST BRUNSWICK NJ

620 CRANBURY RD 13.1 miles

620 CRANBURY RD
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
Categories: EAST BRUNSWICK NJ

579 CRANBURY RD STE A 13.1 miles

579 CRANBURY RD STE A
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
Categories: EAST BRUNSWICK NJ

403 US HIGHWAY 202 14.6 miles

403 US HIGHWAY 202
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
Categories: FLEMINGTON NJ

636 EASTON AVE 14.7 miles

636 EASTON AVE
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
Categories: SOMERSET NJ

301 OXFORD VALLEY RD STE 1104 14.8 miles

301 OXFORD VALLEY RD STE 1104
YARDLEY, PA 19067
Categories: YARDLEY PA

701 FLORAL VALE BLVD STE 701 14.8 miles

701 FLORAL VALE BLVD STE 701
YARDLEY, PA 19067
Categories: YARDLEY PA

304 FLORAL VALE BLVD 14.9 miles

304 FLORAL VALE BLVD
YARDLEY, PA 19067
Categories: YARDLEY PA

370 CAMPUS DR 14.9 miles

370 CAMPUS DR
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
Categories: SOMERSET NJ

PO BOX 233 14.9 miles

PO BOX 233
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Categories: FAIRLESS HILLS PA

14 EASTON AVE STE 128 15.1 miles

14 EASTON AVE STE 128
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 8901
Categories: NEW BRUNSWICK NJ

92 Albany Street, Ground Floor 15.3 miles

92 Albany Street, Ground Floor
New Brunswick, NJ 8901
Categories: New Brunswick NJ

69 FIRST AVE 15.3 miles

69 FIRST AVE
RARITAN, NJ 8869
Categories: RARITAN NJ

418 STATE ROUTE 18 15.4 miles

418 STATE ROUTE 18
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
Categories: EAST BRUNSWICK NJ

380 OXFORD VALLEY RD 15.6 miles

380 OXFORD VALLEY RD
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
Categories: LANGHORNE PA

360 OXFORD VALLEY RD 15.6 miles

360 OXFORD VALLEY RD
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
Categories: LANGHORNE PA

141 MAIN ST 15.8 miles

141 MAIN ST
SOUTH BOUND BROOK, NJ 8880
Categories: SOUTH BOUND BROOK NJ

309 Walter E Foran Blvd, 15.8 miles

309 Walter E Foran Blvd,
Flemington, NJ 8822
Categories: Flemington NJ

1020 Route 18, Unit 007 - Route 18 Shopping C 15.9 miles

1020 Route 18, Unit 007 - Route 18 Shopping C
East Brunswick, NJ 8816
Categories: East Brunswick NJ

605 S QUEEN ANNE DR 16.0 miles

605 S QUEEN ANNE DR
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Categories: FAIRLESS HILLS PA

586 Middletown Blvd, Suite C-11 16.0 miles

586 Middletown Blvd, Suite C-11
Langhorne, PA 19047
Categories: Langhorne PA

930 TOWN CENTER DR STE G30 16.0 miles

930 TOWN CENTER DR STE G30
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
Categories: LANGHORNE PA

350 Grove St 16.1 miles

350 Grove St
Bridgewater, NJ 8807
Categories: Bridgewater NJ

149 STATE ROUTE 31 16.1 miles

149 STATE ROUTE 31
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
Categories: FLEMINGTON NJ

333 N Oxford Valley Road, Suite 203 16.1 miles

333 N Oxford Valley Road, Suite 203
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
Categories: Fairless Hills PA

31 TURNBERRY DR 16.2 miles

31 TURNBERRY DR
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
Categories: MANALAPAN NJ

601 West Union Avenue, 16.2 miles

601 West Union Avenue,
Bound Brook, NJ 8805
Categories: Bound Brook NJ

601 W UNION AVE 16.3 miles

601 W UNION AVE
BOUND BROOK, NJ 8805
Categories: BOUND BROOK NJ

2100 WESCOTT DR 16.4 miles

2100 WESCOTT DR
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
Categories: FLEMINGTON NJ

3322 US HIGHWAY 22 STE 1101 16.7 miles

3322 US HIGHWAY 22 STE 1101
BRANCHBURG, NJ 8876
Categories: BRANCHBURG NJ

3322 US HIGHWAY 22 Building 1, Ste 1 16.7 miles

3322 US HIGHWAY 22 Building 1, Ste 1
BRANCHBURG, NJ 8876
Categories: BRANCHBURG NJ

153 Levittown Pkwy, Suite 5A 16.7 miles

153 Levittown Pkwy, Suite 5A
Levittown, PA 19055
Categories: Levittown PA

195 US HIGHWAY 9 STE 213 17.1 miles

195 US HIGHWAY 9 STE 213
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
Categories: MANALAPAN NJ

1100 Centennial Ave 17.4 miles

1100 Centennial Ave
Piscataway, NJ 8854
Categories: Piscataway NJ

345 PLAINFIELD AVE STE 101 17.6 miles

345 PLAINFIELD AVE STE 101
EDISON, NJ 8817
Categories: EDISON NJ

1080 STELTON RD 18.3 miles

1080 STELTON RD
PISCATAWAY, NJ 8854
Categories: PISCATAWAY NJ

116 CORPORATE BLVD STE E 18.7 miles

116 CORPORATE BLVD STE E
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 7080
Categories: SOUTH PLAINFIELD NJ

16 ETHEL RD 18.8 miles

16 ETHEL RD
EDISON, NJ 8817
Categories: EDISON NJ

1854 VETERANS HWY 18.9 miles

1854 VETERANS HWY
LEVITTOWN, PA 19056
Categories: LEVITTOWN PA

50 Franklin Lane, Suite 202 18.9 miles

50 Franklin Lane, Suite 202
Manalapan, NJ 7726
Categories: Manalapan NJ

259 TALMADGE RD 19.1 miles

259 TALMADGE RD
EDISON, NJ 8817
Categories: EDISON NJ

2200 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE 19.7 miles

2200 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE
PISCATAWAY, NJ 8854
Categories: PISCATAWAY NJ

200 Commerce Circle, Bristol Park Shopping Center 19.9 miles

200 Commerce Circle, Bristol Park Shopping Center
Bristol, PA 19007
Categories: Bristol PA

495 IRON BRIDGE RD STE 7 20.0 miles

495 IRON BRIDGE RD STE 7
FREEHOLD, NJ 7728
Categories: FREEHOLD NJ

260 Mounts Corner Drive, 20.0 miles

260 Mounts Corner Drive,
Freehold, NJ 7728
Categories: Freehold NJ

501 BATH RD 20.1 miles

501 BATH RD
BRISTOL, PA 19007
Categories: BRISTOL PA

135 RARITAN CENTER PKWY 20.4 miles

135 RARITAN CENTER PKWY
EDISON, NJ 8837
Categories: EDISON NJ

37 Mountain Blvd, Suite #5 20.8 miles

37 Mountain Blvd, Suite #5
Warren, NJ 7059
Categories: Warren NJ

1199 Amboy Ave, Store A-4 20.9 miles

1199 Amboy Ave, Store A-4
Edison, NJ 8837
Categories: Edison NJ

Buckingham Green Shopping Cent, 4920 York Rd Unit 2 20.9 miles

Buckingham Green Shopping Cent, 4920 York Rd Unit 2
Holicong, PA 18928
Categories: Holicong PA

130 Almshouse Rd, 20.9 miles

130 Almshouse Rd,
Richboro, PA 18954
Categories: Richboro PA

14 RALEIGH CT 21.1 miles

14 RALEIGH CT
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
Categories: BASKING RIDGE NJ

30 STATE ROUTE 34 N 21.1 miles

30 STATE ROUTE 34 N
COLTS NECK, NJ 7722
Categories: COLTS NECK NJ

904 Oak Tree Ave, Ste K 21.2 miles

904 Oak Tree Ave, Ste K
South Plainfield, NJ 7080
Categories: South Plainfield NJ

907 OAK TREE AVE STE H 21.3 miles

907 OAK TREE AVE STE H
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 7080
Categories: SOUTH PLAINFIELD NJ

102 James Street, Suite 201 21.7 miles

102 James Street, Suite 201
Edison, NJ 8820
Categories: Edison NJ

65 JAMES ST 21.8 miles

65 JAMES ST
EDISON, NJ 8820
Categories: EDISON NJ

1000 OLDHAM CT 22.3 miles

1000 OLDHAM CT
BENSALEM, PA 19020
Categories: BENSALEM PA

2966 STREET RD 22.6 miles

2966 STREET RD
BENSALEM, PA 19020
Categories: BENSALEM PA

210 E. Street Road, 3rd Floor, Ste 3D 22.6 miles

210 E. Street Road, 3rd Floor, Ste 3D
Feasterville, PA 19053
Categories: Feasterville PA

2103 MOUNT HOLLY RD 22.6 miles

2103 MOUNT HOLLY RD
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
Categories: BURLINGTON NJ

811 SUNSET ROAD 23.5 miles

811 SUNSET ROAD
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
Categories: BURLINGTON NJ

1569 US HIGHWAY 22 23.7 miles

1569 US HIGHWAY 22
WATCHUNG, NJ 7069
Categories: WATCHUNG NJ

1200 GREEN ST 23.7 miles

1200 GREEN ST
ISELIN, NJ 8830
Categories: ISELIN NJ

18 LYONS MALL 23.8 miles

18 LYONS MALL
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
Categories: BASKING RIDGE NJ

220 Sunset Rd, Suite 5D 23.9 miles

220 Sunset Rd, Suite 5D
Willingboro, NJ 8046
Categories: Willingboro NJ

2837 SOUTHAMPTON RD 23.9 miles

2837 SOUTHAMPTON RD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

2804 SOUTHAMPTON RD 24.1 miles

2804 SOUTHAMPTON RD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

101 BURRS RD BLDG 2 STE A 24.2 miles

101 BURRS RD BLDG 2 STE A
WESTAMPTON, NJ 8060
Categories: WESTAMPTON NJ

1117 MEARNS RD 24.2 miles

1117 MEARNS RD
WARMINSTER, PA 18974
Categories: WARMINSTER PA

7001 Amboy Rd, Tottenville Square Shopping Ce 24.4 miles

7001 Amboy Rd, Tottenville Square Shopping Ce
Staten Island, NY 10307
Categories: Staten Island NY

4022 Woodhaven Rd, 24.6 miles

4022 Woodhaven Rd,
Philadelphia, PA 19154
Categories: Philadelphia PA

704 N Beers St, 24.7 miles

704 N Beers St,
Holmdel, NJ 7733
Categories: Holmdel NJ

218A SUNSET RD 24.9 miles

218A SUNSET RD
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
Categories: WILLINGBORO NJ

275 S MAIN ST STE 4 24.9 miles

275 S MAIN ST STE 4
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
Categories: DOYLESTOWN PA

313 SOUTH AVE STE 104 25.0 miles

313 SOUTH AVE STE 104
FANWOOD, NJ 7023
Categories: FANWOOD NJ

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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 Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Princeton, NJ 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: Princeton, New Jersey

Princeton is a municipality with a borough form of government in Mercer County, New Jersey, United States, that was established in its current form on January 1, 2013, through the consolidation of the Borough of Princeton and Princeton Township. As of the 2010 United States Census, the municipality's population was 28,572, reflecting the former township's population of 16,265, along with the 12,307 in the former borough.

Princeton was founded before the American Revolution. It is the home of Princeton University, which bears its name and moved to the community in 1756 from its previous location in Newark. Although its association with the university is primarily what makes Princeton a college town, other important institutions in the area include the Institute for Advanced Study, Westminster Choir College, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, Princeton Theological Seminary, Opinion Research Corporation, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Siemens Corporate Research, SRI International, FMC Corporation, The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Amrep, Church and Dwight, Berlitz International, and Dow Jones & Company.

Princeton is roughly equidistant from New York City and Philadelphia. It is close to many major highways that serve both cities (e.g. Interstate 95 and US Route 1), and receives major television and radio broadcasts from each. It is also close to Trenton, New Jersey's capital city, and Edison.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 31,822 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +124.1%

Population (female): 15,436

Median Age: 32.7 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,550.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Princeton: 119.6 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (4.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.4% for Black residents, 10.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 80.0% for American Indian residents, 21.4% for other race residents, 2.4% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (6.1%), English (5.4%), German (4.8%), Irish (4.6%), American (2.5%), Russian (2.5%).

Elevation: 215 feet

Land Area: 1.85 square miles.

Zip Codes: 08542

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $94,183 (it was $67,346 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $41,326 (it was $27,292 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $692,967 (it was $338,700 in 2000) Princeton:$692,967NJ:$334,900

Races:
      White alone - 8,199 - 66.6%
      Asian alone - 1,655 - 13.4%
      Hispanic - 1,268 - 10.3%
      Black alone - 761 - 6.2%
      Two or more races - 360 - 2.9%
      Other race alone - 31 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 20 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 13 - 0.1%

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