Waterford, MI Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total):

Population (male): 36,663

Population (female): 36,810

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Waterford: 94.5 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (21.2%), Irish (14.5%), English (13.9%), Polish (8.3%), United States (8.0%), French (5.6%).

Elevation: 970 feet

Land Area: 31.3 square miles.

Zip Codes: 48328

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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 Waterford, MI

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Alcohol Testing Waterford, MI

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Waterford, MI 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 Waterford, MI locations and most Waterford, MI 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.

5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202 2.1 miles

5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202
Clarkston, MI 48346
Categories: Clarkston MI

6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200 2.2 miles

6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200
Waterford, MI 48327
Categories: Waterford MI

5800 Highland Rd 2.3 miles

5800 Highland Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
Categories: Waterford MI

6310 SASHABAW RD STE D 3.1 miles

6310 SASHABAW RD STE D
CLARKSTON, MI 48346
Categories: CLARKSTON MI

2253 HAMPTON ST 3.3 miles

2253 HAMPTON ST
WHITE LAKE, MI 48386
Categories: WHITE LAKE MI

290 W WALTON BLVD 5.2 miles

290 W WALTON BLVD
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202 5.6 miles

1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202
Waterford, MI 48328
Categories: Waterford MI

898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER 6.5 miles

898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

461 W HURON ST 6.6 miles

461 W HURON ST
PONTIAC, MI 48341
Categories: PONTIAC MI

2455 Union Lake Rd, 6.7 miles

2455 Union Lake Rd,
Commerce Township, MI 48382
Categories: Commerce Township MI

31 OAKLAND AVE 6.9 miles

31 OAKLAND AVE
PONTIAC, MI 48342
Categories: PONTIAC MI

1915 N PERRY ST 8.2 miles

1915 N PERRY ST
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106 9.4 miles

43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Categories: Bloomfield Hills MI

3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130 9.6 miles

3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
Categories: AUBURN HILLS MI

1375 S LAPEER RD 9.6 miles

1375 S LAPEER RD
LAKE ORION, MI 48360
Categories: LAKE ORION MI

1424 S Lapeer Rd, 9.7 miles

1424 S Lapeer Rd,
Lake Orion, MI 48360
Categories: Lake Orion MI

2191 S BLVD 9.9 miles

2191 S BLVD
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
Categories: AUBURN HILLS MI

1360 S MILFORD RD 11.3 miles

1360 S MILFORD RD
HIGHLAND, MI 48357
Categories: HIGHLAND MI

7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100 11.3 miles

7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Categories: WEST BLOOMFIELD MI

33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170 11.5 miles

33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Categories: WEST BLOOMFIELD MI

385 N LAPEER RD 11.9 miles

385 N LAPEER RD
OXFORD, MI 48371
Categories: OXFORD MI

318 N LAPEER RD 11.9 miles

318 N LAPEER RD
OXFORD, MI 48371
Categories: OXFORD MI

2820 CROOKS RD Ste 400 12.7 miles

2820 CROOKS RD Ste 400
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48309
Categories: ROCHESTER HILLS MI

28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103 13.1 miles

28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334
Categories: FARMINGTON HILLS MI

455 S Livernois Rd, Suite A-14 13.3 miles

455 S Livernois Rd, Suite A-14
Rochester, MI 48307
Categories: Rochester MI

1101 W UNIVERSITY DR 13.5 miles

1101 W UNIVERSITY DR
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

29600 S WIXOM RD 13.6 miles

29600 S WIXOM RD
WIXOM, MI 48393
Categories: WIXOM MI

26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117 14.2 miles

26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117
Southfield, MI 48034
Categories: Southfield MI

745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340 14.7 miles

745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER HILLS MI

135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103 14.8 miles

135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103
Rochester, MI 48307
Categories: Rochester MI

1701 S. BOULEVARD E, 150 14.9 miles

1701 S. BOULEVARD E, 150
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

42875 GRAND RIVER AVE STE 101 15.1 miles

42875 GRAND RIVER AVE STE 101
NOVI, MI 48375
Categories: NOVI MI

42020 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B 15.1 miles

42020 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B
NOVI, MI 48375
Categories: NOVI MI

1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105 15.3 miles

1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105
TROY, MI 48084
Categories: TROY MI

40015 Grand River Road, Suite 115 15.3 miles

40015 Grand River Road, Suite 115
Novi, MI 48375
Categories: Novi MI

39555 W 10 Mile Rd Ste 301 15.6 miles

39555 W 10 Mile Rd Ste 301
Novi, MI 48375
Categories: Novi MI

1398 ROSS LN 15.7 miles

1398 ROSS LN
ROCHESTER, MI 48306
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

30488 MILFORD RD 16.1 miles

30488 MILFORD RD
NEW HUDSON, MI 48165
Categories: NEW HUDSON MI

32620 GRAND RIVER AVE 16.1 miles

32620 GRAND RIVER AVE
FARMINGTON, MI 48336
Categories: FARMINGTON MI

47601 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B230 THE OUTPATIENT CENTER 16.2 miles

47601 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B230 THE OUTPATIENT CENTER
NOVI, MI 48374
Categories: NOVI MI

12751 S SAGINAW ST STE 701 16.4 miles

12751 S SAGINAW ST STE 701
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

11554 HIGHLAND RD 16.7 miles

11554 HIGHLAND RD
HARTLAND, MI 48353
Categories: HARTLAND MI

11166 HIGHLAND RD 16.9 miles

11166 HIGHLAND RD
HARTLAND, MI 48353
Categories: HARTLAND MI

555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1 17.1 miles

555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1
Clawson, MI 48017
Categories: Clawson MI

627 E MAPLE RD STE 200 17.2 miles

627 E MAPLE RD STE 200
TROY, MI 48083
Categories: TROY MI

1663 STEPHENSON HWY 17.4 miles

1663 STEPHENSON HWY
TROY, MI 48083
Categories: TROY MI

24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304 17.5 miles

24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

21800 HAGGERTY RD 17.6 miles

21800 HAGGERTY RD
NORTHVILLE, MI 48167
Categories: NORTHVILLE MI

5180 DEQUINDRE RD 17.9 miles

5180 DEQUINDRE RD
UTICA, MI 48316
Categories: UTICA MI

2530 CROOKS RD STE 2 18.0 miles

2530 CROOKS RD STE 2
ROYAL OAK, MI 48073
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

26185 GREENFIELD RD 18.0 miles

26185 GREENFIELD RD
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48076
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

1224 W 14 MILE RD 18.0 miles

1224 W 14 MILE RD
CLAWSON, MI 48017
Categories: CLAWSON MI

3220 W SILVER LAKE RD 18.0 miles

3220 W SILVER LAKE RD
FENTON, MI 48430
Categories: FENTON MI

3434 REGENCY DRIVE, SUITE B 18.1 miles

3434 REGENCY DRIVE, SUITE B
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102 18.2 miles

38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102
Troy, MI 48083
Categories: Troy MI

8401 HOLLY RD 18.4 miles

8401 HOLLY RD
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

37595 7 MILE RD 18.5 miles

37595 7 MILE RD
LIVONIA, MI 48152
Categories: LIVONIA MI

12821 S. SAGINAW ST, STE D13 18.8 miles

12821 S. SAGINAW ST, STE D13
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

22341 W 8 Mile Rd 18.9 miles

22341 W 8 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
Categories: Detroit MI

36250 DEQUINDRE RD STE 130 18.9 miles

36250 DEQUINDRE RD STE 130
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

425 PARK AVE 19.3 miles

425 PARK AVE
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

6015 19 MILE RD 19.3 miles

6015 19 MILE RD
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200 19.5 miles

555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Categories: Madison Heights MI

22255 GREENFIELD RD STE 422 19.6 miles

22255 GREENFIELD RD STE 422
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

39333 Van Dyke 19.6 miles

39333 Van Dyke
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3 19.8 miles

1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

20755 GREENFIELD RD STE 200 20.2 miles

20755 GREENFIELD RD STE 200
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

739 E 12 MILE RD 20.5 miles

739 E 12 MILE RD
MADISON HTS, MI 48071
Categories: MADISON HTS MI

40732 VAN DYKE AVE 20.6 miles

40732 VAN DYKE AVE
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

22316 PONTIAC TRL 20.8 miles

22316 PONTIAC TRL
SOUTH LYON, MI 48178
Categories: SOUTH LYON MI

641 W 9 MILE RD STE C 21.1 miles

641 W 9 MILE RD STE C
FERNDALE, MI 48220
Categories: FERNDALE MI

51863 SCHOENHERR RD 21.2 miles

51863 SCHOENHERR RD
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
Categories: SHELBY TOWNSHIP MI

50505 SCHOENHERR RD STE 160 21.3 miles

50505 SCHOENHERR RD STE 160
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
Categories: SHELBY TOWNSHIP MI

6011 Porter Rd, 21.5 miles

6011 Porter Rd,
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Categories: Grand Blanc MI

2313 E HILL RD 21.5 miles

2313 E HILL RD
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

27351 DEQUINDRE RD 21.5 miles

27351 DEQUINDRE RD
MADISON HEIGHTS, MI 48071
Categories: MADISON HEIGHTS MI

45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD 21.6 miles

45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD
UTICA, MI 48315
Categories: UTICA MI

5494 S Dort Hwy 21.6 miles

5494 S Dort Hwy
Flint, MI 48507
Categories: Flint MI

2377 S LINDEN RD 21.7 miles

2377 S LINDEN RD
FLINT, MI 48532
Categories: FLINT MI

2265 S LINDEN RD STE A 21.7 miles

2265 S LINDEN RD STE A
FLINT, MI 48532
Categories: FLINT MI

29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200 21.7 miles

29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200
Warren, MI 48092
Categories: Warren MI

14671 TELEGRAPH RD 21.7 miles

14671 TELEGRAPH RD
REDFORD, MI 48239
Categories: REDFORD MI

8580 W GRAND RIVER AVE 21.8 miles

8580 W GRAND RIVER AVE
BRIGHTON, MI 48116
Categories: BRIGHTON MI

2305 GENOA BUSINESS PARK DR STE 170 21.8 miles

2305 GENOA BUSINESS PARK DR STE 170
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
Categories: BRIGHTON MI

28196 SCHOOLCRAFT RD 21.8 miles

28196 SCHOOLCRAFT RD
LIVONIA, MI 48150
Categories: LIVONIA MI

2300 GENOA BUSINESS PARK DR STE 120 21.8 miles

2300 GENOA BUSINESS PARK DR STE 120
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
Categories: BRIGHTON MI

7960 GRAND RIVER RD STE 100 21.9 miles

7960 GRAND RIVER RD STE 100
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
Categories: BRIGHTON MI

32355 CAPITOL ST 22.3 miles

32355 CAPITOL ST
LIVONIA, MI 48150
Categories: LIVONIA MI

13316 W MCNICHOLS RD 22.5 miles

13316 W MCNICHOLS RD
DETROIT, MI 48235
Categories: DETROIT MI

34095 PLYMOUTH RD 22.5 miles

34095 PLYMOUTH RD
LIVONIA, MI 48150
Categories: LIVONIA MI

11583 Farmington Rd, 22.6 miles

11583 Farmington Rd,
Livonia, MI 48150
Categories: Livonia MI

31700 VAN DYKE AVE 22.6 miles

31700 VAN DYKE AVE
WARREN, MI 48093
Categories: WARREN MI

29531 PLYMOUTH RD 22.7 miles

29531 PLYMOUTH RD
LIVONIA, MI 48150
Categories: LIVONIA MI

18984 LIVERNOIS AVE 22.8 miles

18984 LIVERNOIS AVE
DETROIT, MI 48221
Categories: DETROIT MI

1021 KARL GREIMEL DR 22.9 miles

1021 KARL GREIMEL DR
BRIGHTON, MI 48116
Categories: BRIGHTON MI

1097 S State Rd, Unit 2 23.0 miles

1097 S State Rd, Unit 2
Davison, MI 48423
Categories: Davison MI

80650 VAN DYKE RD 23.1 miles

80650 VAN DYKE RD
BRUCE TWP, MI 48065
Categories: BRUCE TWP MI

43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135 23.4 miles

43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Categories: Clinton Township MI

1770 23 Mile Road 23.4 miles

1770 23 Mile Road
Macomb Township, MI 48044
Categories: Macomb Township MI

43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121 23.9 miles

43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48038
Categories: CLINTON TOWNSHIP MI

26400 Van Dyke Ave, 24.2 miles

26400 Van Dyke Ave,
Center Line, MI 48015
Categories: Center Line MI

944 BALDWIN RD STE D 24.2 miles

944 BALDWIN RD STE D
LAPEER, MI 48446
Categories: LAPEER MI

3021 S DORT HWY STE A 24.2 miles

3021 S DORT HWY STE A
FLINT, MI 48507
Categories: FLINT MI

11569 E 12 MILE RD 24.2 miles

11569 E 12 MILE RD
WARREN, MI 48093
Categories: WARREN MI

25429 VAN DYKE AVE 24.4 miles

25429 VAN DYKE AVE
CENTER LINE, MI 48015
Categories: CENTER LINE MI

3273 Davison Rd, Suite 6 24.5 miles

3273 Davison Rd, Suite 6
Lapeer, MI 48446
Categories: Lapeer MI

15717 15 MILE RD 24.8 miles

15717 15 MILE RD
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48035
Categories: CLINTON TOWNSHIP MI

1459 S CENTER RD 24.8 miles

1459 S CENTER RD
BURTON, MI 48509
Categories: BURTON MI

8577 N WAYNE RD 24.9 miles

8577 N WAYNE RD
WESTLAND, MI 48185
Categories: WESTLAND MI

To schedule an alcohol test in Waterford, MI 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 Waterford, MI 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 Waterford, MI locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Waterford, MI 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: Waterford Township, Michigan

In 1818, Oliver Williams selected land in Oakland County which he purchased for two dollars an acre. Archibald Phillips and Alpheus Williams purchased 161.40 acres (653,200 m2) in what later became Waterford Village.

In 1819, Alpheus Williams and Archibald Phillips continued on to where the Clinton River crossed the old Saginaw Trail (now known as Dixie Highway). They settled at the site of the present Waterford Village. Here the first house of Waterford Village was built by Alpheus Williams on the north bank of the river. Archibald Phillips built his home across from the south corner where Andersonville Road meets Dixie Highway.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 square miles (91 km2), of which 31.3 square miles (81 km2) is land and 4.0 square miles (10 km2), or 11.22%, is water.

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Population (total):

Population (male): 36,663

Population (female): 36,810

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Waterford: 94.5 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (21.2%), Irish (14.5%), English (13.9%), Polish (8.3%), United States (8.0%), French (5.6%).

Elevation: 970 feet

Land Area: 31.3 square miles.

Zip Codes: 48328

(800) 221-4291