Tampa, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 189,877

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,082.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Tampa: 95.8 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 18.6%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Florida and other state lists, there were 1,285 registered sex offenders living in Tampa, Florida as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Tampa is 294 to 1.>

Land Area: 112.1 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 172,437 - 44.7%
      Hispanic - 101,770 - 26.4%
      Black alone - 85,267 - 22.1%
      Asian alone - 16,410 - 4.3%
      Two or more races - 8,162 - 2.1%
      American Indian alone - 852 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 441 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 84 - 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)

Alcohol Testing Tampa, FL

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Alcohol Testing Tampa, FL

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

301 W PLATT ST STE 152 0.5 miles

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

1200 E 6TH AVE 1.1 miles

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

2919 W SWANN AVE Ste 402 2.0 miles

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

3860 W COLUMBUS DR W BOY SCOUT BLVD 2.3 miles

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

3305 W KENNEDY BLVD 2.4 miles

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

829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115 2.6 miles

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

4602 N NEBRASKA AVE 2.8 miles

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

2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 3.0 miles

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

2727 W DR MLK BLVD STE 200 3.0 miles

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

3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 3.1 miles

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

4728 N HABANA AVE ste 102 3.3 miles

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

4305 E 21ST AVE 3.4 miles

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

4305 E 21ST AVE 3.4 miles

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

1750 N 50TH ST 3.6 miles

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

5610 W LA SALLE ST 5.0 miles

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

7001 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 10 5.3 miles

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

7108 CAUSEWAY BLVD 5.3 miles

7108 CAUSEWAY BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

5011 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE STE E 5.4 miles

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

5406 HOOVER BLVD STE 21 5.7 miles

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

5635 HOOVER BLVD 5.9 miles

5635 HOOVER BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103 5.9 miles

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

3012 N US HIGHWAY 301 6.2 miles

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

9210 FLORIDA PALM DR 6.4 miles

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

4899 W WATERS AVE STE C 6.8 miles

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

3110 CHERRY PALM DR 7.1 miles

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

7926 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE 7.6 miles

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

10320 N 56TH ST STE 110 7.7 miles

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

11315 N 30TH ST 7.8 miles

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

8401 J R MANOR DR STE 200 8.0 miles

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

5927 WEBB RD 8.0 miles

5927 WEBB RD
TAMPA, FL 33615
Categories: TAMPA FL

3100 E FLETCHER AVE 8.7 miles

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

13610 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD 8.8 miles

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

13856 N DALE MABRY HWY 9.1 miles

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

3450 Bushwood Park Dive Ste 100 9.1 miles

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

14438 UNIVERSITY COVE PL 9.2 miles

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

1411 OAKFIELD DR 9.4 miles

1411 OAKFIELD DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

6182 GUNN HWY 9.8 miles

6182 GUNN HWY
TAMPA, FL 33625
Categories: TAMPA FL

934 Oakfield Drive 9.9 miles

934 Oakfield Drive
Brandon, FL 33511
Categories: Brandon FL

11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 9.9 miles

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

15511 N Florida Avenue, Suites 602 10.1 miles

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

613 MEDICAL CARE DR 10.2 miles

613 MEDICAL CARE DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

15423 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 101 10.3 miles

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

230 S MOON AVE 10.4 miles

230 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209 10.4 miles

220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

11611 Sheldon Rd, 10.5 miles

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

801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 10.6 miles

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

3837 NORTHDALE BLVD STE 140 10.6 miles

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

206 E BRANDON BLVD 10.6 miles

206 E BRANDON BLVD
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B 10.6 miles

205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

427 S PARSONS AVE STE 120 10.7 miles

427 S PARSONS AVE STE 120
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

11916 SHELDON RD STE C 10.8 miles

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

519 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE STE A 11.7 miles

519 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE STE A
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE 12.8 miles

1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE
VALRICO, FL 33596
Categories: VALRICO FL

5129 STATE ROAD 674 STE A 13.0 miles

5129 STATE ROAD 674 STE A
WIMAUMA, FL 33598
Categories: WIMAUMA FL

6015 REX HALL LN 13.2 miles

6015 REX HALL LN
APOLLO BEACH, FL 33572
Categories: APOLLO BEACH FL

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 406 13.3 miles

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

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 106 13.3 miles

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

560 CARILLON PKWY 13.4 miles

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

7000 4TH ST N 13.4 miles

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

18101 HIGHWOODS PRESERVE PKWY 13.8 miles

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

701 ENTERPRISE RD E STE 701 14.5 miles

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

1500 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD STE A1-A2 15.5 miles

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

1530 4TH ST N 15.6 miles

1530 4TH ST N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33704
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

120 2nd St S 16.3 miles

120 2nd St S
St Petersburg, FL 33701
Categories: St Petersburg FL

22945 STATE ROAD 54 16.6 miles

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

3745 33RD ST N STE A 16.6 miles

3745 33RD ST N STE A
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33713
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

20677 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD 16.6 miles

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

24420 STATE ROAD 54 16.7 miles

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

3814 State Road 674, 16.9 miles

3814 State Road 674,
Ruskin, FL 33573
Categories: Ruskin FL

3135 STATE ROAD 580 STE 12 16.9 miles

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

13163 66TH ST 17.0 miles

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

5783 49TH ST N 17.0 miles

5783 49TH ST N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33709
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

3909 GALEN CT STE 101 17.1 miles

3909 GALEN CT STE 101
SUN CITY CENTER, FL 33573
Categories: SUN CITY CENTER FL

11370 66TH ST STE 125 17.3 miles

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

1724 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD STE Q2 17.5 miles

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

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102 17.5 miles

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

1822 N BELCHER RD 101 & 102 17.6 miles

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

4105 49TH ST N STE B 17.6 miles

4105 49TH ST N STE B
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33709
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

26812 US HIGHWAY 19 N 17.6 miles

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

29245 US HWY 19 NORTH 18.1 miles

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

6002 49TH ST N ANNEX BLDG 19.0 miles

6002 49TH ST N ANNEX BLDG
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33709
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

6500 38TH AVE N 19.2 miles

6500 38TH AVE N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33710
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

2303 AIRPORT RD 19.2 miles

2303 AIRPORT RD
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

1400 E BAY DR 19.3 miles

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

3251 66TH ST N 19.3 miles

3251 66TH ST N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33710
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

1521 DRUID RD E 19.4 miles

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

607 S ALEXANDER ST STE 107 110 20.0 miles

607 S ALEXANDER ST STE 107 110
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

5653 PARK ST N STE 2 20.0 miles

5653 PARK ST N STE 2
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33709
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

802 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE C 20.1 miles

802 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE C
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

1219 Cleveland St, 20.1 miles

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

301 N ALEXANDER ST 20.1 miles

301 N ALEXANDER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

5504 GATEWAY BLVD 20.1 miles

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

413 N ALEXANDER ST 20.1 miles

413 N ALEXANDER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

10500 ULMERTON RD STE 202 20.1 miles

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

1009 W BAKER ST 20.4 miles

1009 W BAKER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

206 W ALEXANDER ST, STE 2 20.7 miles

206 W ALEXANDER ST, STE 2
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

11200 SEMINOLE BLVD STE 100 20.7 miles

11200 SEMINOLE BLVD STE 100
LARGO, FL 33778
Categories: LARGO FL

2323 CURLEW RD STES 2A & 2B 20.9 miles

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

6800 Gulfport Blvd S Ste 115, 21.3 miles

6800 Gulfport Blvd S Ste 115,
South Pasadena, FL 33707
Categories: South Pasadena FL

7601 SEMINOLE BLVD 21.4 miles

7601 SEMINOLE BLVD
SEMINOLE, FL 33772
Categories: SEMINOLE FL

11232 PARK BLVD, 21.8 miles

11232 PARK BLVD,
SEMINOLE, FL 33772
Categories: SEMINOLE FL

1609 PASADENA AVE S STE 2E 21.8 miles

1609 PASADENA AVE S STE 2E
SOUTH PASADENA, FL 33707
Categories: SOUTH PASADENA FL

27421 STATE ROAD 54 21.8 miles

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

1550 PASADENA AVE S 21.9 miles

1550 PASADENA AVE S
SOUTH PASADENA, FL 33707
Categories: SOUTH PASADENA FL

8745 STATE ROAD 54 22.1 miles

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

2981B W BAY DR 22.2 miles

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

638 E TARPON AVE 22.3 miles

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

2025 INDIAN ROCKS RD S 22.4 miles

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

INDIAN ROCKS RD 22.5 miles

INDIAN ROCKS RD
LARGO, FL 33774
Categories: LARGO FL

1081 S Pinellas Ave Suite E4 &, 22.8 miles

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

10730 STATE ROAD 54 23.1 miles

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

13799 PARK BLVD STE 258 23.8 miles

13799 PARK BLVD STE 258
SEMINOLE, FL 33776
Categories: SEMINOLE FL

2404 US HIGHWAY 19 24.2 miles

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

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

Tampa is a major city in, and the county seat of, Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. It is on the west coast of Florida on Tampa Bay, near the Gulf of Mexico, and is the largest city in the Tampa Bay Area. The bay's port is the largest in the state, near downtown's Channel District. Bayshore Boulevard runs along the bay, and is east of the historic Hyde Park neighborhood.

Today, Tampa is part of the metropolitan area most commonly referred to as the "Tampa Bay Area". For U.S. Census purposes, Tampa is part of the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The four-county area is composed of roughly 3.1 million residents, making it the second largest metropolitan statistical area (MSA) in the state, and the fourth largest in the Southeastern United States, behind Washington, D.C., Miami, and Atlanta. The Greater Tampa Bay area has over 4 million residents and generally includes the Tampa and Sarasota metro areas. The city had a population of 335,709 at the 2010 census, and an estimated population of 385,430 in 2017.

The Tampa Bay Partnership and U.S. Census data showed an average annual growth of 2.47 percent, or a gain of approximately 97,000 residents per year. Between 2000 and 2006, the Greater Tampa Bay Market experienced a combined growth rate of 14.8 percent, growing from 3.4 million to 3.9 million and hitting the 4 million population mark on April 1, 2007. A 2012 estimate shows the Tampa Bay area population to have 4,310,524 people and a 2017 projection of 4,536,854 people.

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Population (male): 189,877

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,082.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Tampa: 95.8 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 18.6%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Florida and other state lists, there were 1,285 registered sex offenders living in Tampa, Florida as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Tampa is 294 to 1.>

Land Area: 112.1 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 172,437 - 44.7%
      Hispanic - 101,770 - 26.4%
      Black alone - 85,267 - 22.1%
      Asian alone - 16,410 - 4.3%
      Two or more races - 8,162 - 2.1%
      American Indian alone - 852 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 441 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 84 - 0.02%

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