DNA Testing Potomac
Paternity DNA Testing | Immigration DNA Testing | Relationship DNA Testing |
Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing Potomac using certified DNA collection specialists and nationally accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing Potomac needs which will insure the highest accuracy for DNA testing Potomac results. DNA testing Potomac centers are usually located within minutes of your home or office and the entire process to schedule and conduct a DNA test is Fast, Easy and Confidential.
To schedule a DNA testing Potomac location call (800) 221-4291.
Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities throughout the State and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities or States, Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate and schedule all of the DNA tests to ensure that all parties are accommodated in a convenient manner. As an example if the mother and child are in one city, but the alleged father is in another, we will contact all parties to schedule the DNA test at a convenient location and time and report the results back to the authorized parties.
Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress, out of a stressful situation!
DNA testing Potomac centers are available to assist you in finding the answers you need, call (800)221-4291 to schedule a DNA test appointment.
The Accredited Drug Testing, DNA testing Potomac staff are committed to providing convenient, compassionate and confidential DNA testing Potomac services which will give you personalized customer service and will assist you in making these very important decisions, Call (800)221-4291 and speak to a DNA specialist.
Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests
At times persons in need of a DNA test will look for the cheapest method or a home DNA kit, however a cheap or "do it yourself" DNA test many times are not accurate or will stand a legal challenge or can successfully defend a legal challenge in a court of law. Not all laboratory's or DNA testing centers are equal. Accredited Drug Testing only uses DNA testing Potomac qualified and certified testing centers and nationally recognized DNA testing Potomac laboratories.
When scheduling a DNA test regardless of the purpose, Accredited Drug Testing recommends always utilizing a legal DNA test procedure for current or future use. A legal DNA test has very specific Chain of Custody test procedures which insures that the DNA test results can be used in a legal proceeding. A non-legal DNA test will provide the results, but cannot be used in any type of legal matter. When conducting a legal DNA test all parties must present a valid form of identification, photographs will be taken of all parties, legal guardian documentation and or birth certificates of any minor children may be required. These procedures for a legal DNA test insure that should the DNA test results be used in a legal proceeding, the chain of custody is carefully followed and no challenge to the results can be successfully made, that's why it's always best to schedule a legal DNA test.
DNA testing can be used for the following purposes
- Birth Certificate Modification
- Child Support
- Child Custody
- Adoption
- Wills/Insurance
- Immigration
DNA Paternity Testing Potomac
A DNA test for paternity purposes determines the biological father of a child. Every human inherits specific DNA from both biological parents, half from the mother and half from the father. A DNA test examines a child's DNA pattern with that of a alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing a AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing maybe stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress Free.
Establishing a biological relationship is important and has many benefits including
- Medical history for the child
- Establishing legal, custodial and inheritance claims
- Enhances the family unit and bond between father and other family members
When administering a DNA test to a child/minor, the legal guardian must be present and provide authorization for the DNA test to be conducted. The legal guardian can be the mother, father or other natural or court ordered person who has legal decision making authority over the minor child.
DNA Immigration Testing
DNA testing can be used for reasons relating to immigration and the biological relationship between a petitioner and affiliated individual. DNA immigration testing can be used for paternity tests, maternity tests, sibling relationship and other purposes required by the U.S Department of State. Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate the entire process, including scheduling the DNA test for parties located in the United States and forward the DNA collection kit to the U.S Embassy located in a foreign country where the other party is located. Once the DNA collection has occurred at one of our testing centers in the U.S and at the U.S Embassy where the other parties are located, Accredited Drug Testing will ensure that all specimens are sent to the lab for DNA testing and provide the results once the AABB laboratory has analyzed the DNA test.
What is a DNA test?
A DNA test is a procedure to determine if exact biological characteristics exist in one person's DNA and those exact same DNA characteristics in another person's DNA makeup. As humans each of us have different DNA makeup, however parents and children have the same DNA, siblings from the same parents have the same DNA and grandparents have the same DNA as grandchildren. A DNA test is a non-intrusive procedure usually utilizing a oral swab from all parties, which then follows a specific chain of custody process in which the oral swab specimens are sent to a certified and accredited AABB laboratory. The Laboratory than analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.
AABB Laboratory Accreditation information - Click Here
How to schedule a DNA Testing Potomac?
It's simple, contact Accredited Drug Testing at (800)221-4291, and provide various information including the city you wish to take the DNA test, who will be taking the DNA test, mother, child and alleged father. When the parties are available to take the DNA test (Accredited Drug Testing will schedule the appointment with each available party). Once the results are received from the AABB laboratory Accredited Drug Testing will forward the results by email and U.S Mail (Hard Copy) to all authorized parties.
How long does it take for DNA test results?
Once all parties have completed the DNA test collection, the specimens are immediately sent to the certified AABB laboratory and results are usually available in 3-5 business days.
On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing Potomac
We come to you!, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site/mobile DNA testing at your home, office, hospital or other location. (Additional on-site fees may apply)
PO BOX 59815 1.0 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ 4.6 miles
STONE RIDGE, VA 20105
14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 5.6 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 5.7 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 5.8 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 6.2 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 6.3 miles
BETHESDA, MD 20814
8945 N WESTLAND DR 8.5 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 8.5 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 8.6 miles
WHEATON, MD 20902
100 MAPLE AVE E 8.6 miles
VIENNA, VA 22180
9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 8.9 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
920 W BROAD ST STE B 9.0 miles
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22046
106 Elden St Ste 18b, 9.2 miles
Herndon, VA 20170
208 ELDEN ST 9.4 miles
HERNDON, VA 20170
803 RUSSELL AVE 9.4 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 9.7 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
46440 BENEDICT DR STE 108 9.9 miles
STERLING, VA 20164
8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 10.0 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103 10.0 miles
HERNDON, VA 20170
3020 Hamaker Court, B-110 10.5 miles
Fairfax, VA 22031
1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140 10.6 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206 10.6 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22031
21525 RIDGETOP CIR STE 260 10.6 miles
STERLING, VA 20166
21036 TRIPLESEVEN RD 10.7 miles
STERLING, VA 20165
8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120, 10.7 miles
Fairfax, VA 22031
3301 WILSON BLVD 11.0 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center 11.0 miles
Falls Church, VA 22044
2 Pidgeon Hill Dr Suite 120, 11.1 miles
Sterling, VA 20165
2 LYNDHURST CT 11.2 miles
STERLING, VA 20165
12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD 11.2 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
2440 M St NW Ste 414, 11.4 miles
Washington, DC 20037
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR 11.5 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308 11.6 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 11.6 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
1140 19TH ST NW STE 700 11.8 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
1145 19th Street NW Suite 506 11.8 miles
Washington, DC 20036
1145 19TH ST NW STE 601 11.8 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
2029 K ST NW STE 301 11.9 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
911 U ST NW 12.1 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 12.3 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205, 12.3 miles
Germantown, MD 20876
5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551 12.4 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 12.4 miles
OLNEY, MD 20832
45305 CATALINA CT STE 103 12.5 miles
STERLING, VA 20166
3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 12.5 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
920 VARNUM ST NE 12.6 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400 12.9 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
10560 MAIN ST 13.0 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
10721 MAIN ST STE 3100 13.0 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
10721 Main Street, Suite 1400 13.0 miles
Fairfax, VA 22030
21785 FILIGREE CT 13.4 miles
ASHBURN, VA 20147
21785 Filigree Court, Suite 20, 13.4 miles
Ashburn, VA 20147
6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300 13.4 miles
Annandale, VA 22003
11848 Robertson Farm Circle 14.1 miles
Fairfax, VA 22030
4320 SEMINARY RD 14.5 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
12713 SHOPPES LN 14.6 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
13823 OUTLET DR 14.7 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
5501 BACKLICK RD 15.0 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
6144 EDSALL RD APT 303 15.0 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
5130 DUKE ST STE 10 15.0 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
5510 ALMA LN STE 200 15.1 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
4527 DUKE ST 15.2 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
1411 H SERVICE RD 15.2 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR 15.5 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
10452 BALTIMORE AVE 15.6 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
4437 BROOKFIELD CORPORATE DR STE 108 15.6 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
3676 Alpen Greenway 16.0 miles
Burtonsville, MD 20866
4729 SELLMAN RD 16.0 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105 16.3 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
4200 PLEASANT VALLEY RD 16.3 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 16.3 miles
College Park, MD 20740
4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 16.3 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD 16.7 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
225 REINEKERS LN 16.7 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
Onsite only 16.8 miles
Ashburn, VA 20148
7933 BELLE POINT DR 17.2 miles
GREENBELT, MD 20770
24801 PINEBROOK RD ATTN LAB 17.2 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20152
6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100 17.7 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
6201 CENTREVILLE RD STE 200 17.8 miles
CENTREVILLE, VA 20121
952 EDWARDS FERRY RD NE 18.9 miles
LEESBURG, VA 20176
7839 ROLLING RD STE A 18.9 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
8768 SUSINI DR 19.5 miles
LAUREL, MD 20723
7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B 19.6 miles
Alexandria, VA 22306
51 CATOCTIN CIR NE 19.6 miles
LEESBURG, VA 20176
222 CATOCTIN CIR,SE, STE 100 19.7 miles
LEESBURG, VA 20175
P. O. BOX 376 19.9 miles
LAUREL, MD 20725
5606 HOLTON LN 20.0 miles
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
211 S King St Suite C, 20.3 miles
Leesburg, VA 20175
10117 PALAMAR DR 20.3 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 20.5 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
3510 HEIDI LN 20.6 miles
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314 20.7 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 21.0 miles
LANDOVER, MD 20785
1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 21.1 miles
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 21.9 miles
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
8694 CENTREVILLE RD 21.9 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8773 MATHIS AVE 22.0 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 22.1 miles
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 22.1 miles
Columbia, MD 21044
On-site ONLY 22.4 miles
LAUREL, MD 20724
12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 22.5 miles
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
11947 WINGED FOOT CT 22.6 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
8685 Sudley Rd, 22.8 miles
Manassas, VA 20110
8609 SUDLEY RD STE 104 22.8 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8714 SUDLEY RD 22.8 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8640 SUDLEY RD STE 203 22.8 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
9003 CHURCH ST 23.1 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 23.3 miles
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 23.3 miles
LARGO, MD 20774
216 Locust St 23.5 miles
Occaquan, VA 22125
6656 DOBBIN RD 23.6 miles
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F 23.9 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
301 WATERSVILLE RD 24.7 miles
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108 24.7 miles
CLINTON, MD 20735
12581 MILSTEAD WAY STE 103 24.7 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
12731 Marblestone Dr, Suite 100 24.8 miles
Woodbridge, VA 22192
205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204 24.9 miles
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of DNA Testing
DNA testing is a sophisticated scientific method used to analyze genetic material from an individual to discover genetic information that can influence health, ancestry, and personal characteristics. It has revolutionized fields such as medicine, forensics, and genealogy by providing deep insights into genetic backgrounds and health predispositions.
Common Types of DNA Testing
- Medical Genetic Testing: Identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins to confirm or rule out a suspected genetic condition or help determine a person's chance of developing or passing on a genetic disorder.
- Ancestral DNA Testing: Analyzes DNA to provide insights into one’s ethnic background and ancestral origins, often revealing geographical and migratory histories of ancestors.
- Forensic DNA Testing: Focuses on identifying individuals based on their unique genetic makeup for criminal investigations or legal matters such as paternity tests.
Benefits of DNA Testing
DNA testing offers a range of benefits:
- Enhanced Medical Understanding: Helps in understanding genetic diseases and can lead to more effective treatment and prevention strategies.
- Personal Ancestry Insights: Provides a deeper understanding of one's roots and personal history related to ethnic groups and migration patterns.
- Assistance in Forensic Investigations: Essential in solving crimes, identifying perpetrators or victims, and resolving civil disputes.
Challenges and Considerations in DNA Testing
While DNA testing provides valuable insights, it comes with challenges:
- Ethical Issues: Genetic testing raises ethical questions, particularly concerning privacy, consent, and the right to not know genetic information.
- Accuracy and Interpretation: Results can sometimes be inconclusive or misinterpreted, requiring careful consideration and potentially further testing.
- Psychological Impact: Discovering genetic information can be distressing and have significant emotional impacts on individuals and families.
Choosing the Right DNA Test
When considering a DNA test, it is important to:
- Select the Appropriate Test: Choose a test that suits your specific needs, whether for health, ancestry, or legal purposes.
- Consider Privacy Policies: Understand how your genetic information will be used, stored, and shared.
- Seek Professional Guidance: Consult healthcare professionals or genetic counselors to help interpret results accurately and responsibly.
In conclusion, DNA testing offers profound insights but requires careful consideration of ethical issues, potential emotional impacts, and the challenges of dealing with complex genetic information. With the right approach and professional support, it can provide invaluable benefits.
Were you looking, instead, for:
When you need a test, choose the best!
Alcohol Testing Potomac, MD Services
(800) 221-4291
For more information regarding the effects of drug abuse - Click Here
For more information on a drug free work place - Click Here
Local Area Info: Potomac, Maryland
Potomac (listen (help·info)) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, named for the nearby Potomac River. In 2013, CNNMoney listed Potomac as the most affluent town in all the United States, based on median household income. Potomac is also the seventh-most top-educated American small town according to Forbes. Bloomberg Businessweek labeled Potomac as the twenty-ninth-richest zip code in the United States in 2011, stating that it had the largest population of any U.S. town with a median income of more than $240,000. In 2012, The Higley Elite 100 published a list of highest-income neighborhoods by mean household income, which included four neighborhoods in Potomac; one of these neighborhoods, "Carderock-The Palisades" was ranked the highest-income neighborhood in the United States, followed by "Beverly Hills-North of Sunset" in Beverly Hills, California, and "Swinks Mill-Dominion Reserve" of McLean, Virginia. More recently, two Potomac neighborhoods were ranked among the ten wealthiest neighborhoods in the country by CNBC in 2014. In 2018, data from the American Community Survey revealed that Potomac was the sixth-wealthiest city in the United States. Many Potomac residents work in nearby Washington, D.C.
The land that is now Potomac Village was first settled by Edward Offutt in 1714 after he was granted a 600-acre (2.4 km2) land grant "Clewerwell" by Lord Baltimore. His grant of land was by the Tehogee Indian Trail, an Indian trade route built by the Canaze Indian nation in 1716. Throughout the 18th century, what became known as Offutts Crossroads was a small, rural community which served planters and travelers. In the 19th century, a few small dwellings had been built along with a tavern established in 1820. By the time of the Civil War, the community contained two general stores, a blacksmith shop, and a post office which served a community of 100.
Offutts Crossroads was renamed Potomac in 1881 by John McDonald. An Irishman and veteran of the Civil War, McDonald settled in Potomac around that time. He petitioned for the name change since postal officials were asking for brief names and there were already several other communities in the area with the name "crossroads".