DNA Testing Willow Grove
Paternity DNA Testing | Immigration DNA Testing | Relationship DNA Testing |
Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing Willow Grove using certified DNA collection specialists and nationally accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing Willow Grove needs which will insure the highest accuracy for DNA testing Willow Grove results. DNA testing Willow Grove 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 Willow Grove 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.
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DNA testing Willow Grove 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 Willow Grove staff are committed to providing convenient, compassionate and confidential DNA testing Willow Grove 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 Willow Grove qualified and certified testing centers and nationally recognized DNA testing Willow Grove 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 Willow Grove
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.
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How to schedule a DNA Testing Willow Grove?
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 Willow Grove
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)
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Abington, PA 19001
2729 BLAIR MILL RD Ste A 1.8 miles
WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
200 Lakeside Dr Ste 230, 2.2 miles
Horsham, PA 19044
1800 BYBERRY RD STE 705 2.5 miles
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1000 Easton Rd, Suite 270 5.1 miles
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1117 MEARNS RD 5.1 miles
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9808 Bustleton Avenue, 5.6 miles
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700 Cottman Ave, 5.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19111
9331 OLD BUSTLETON AVE STE 102 5.9 miles
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1107 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 103 6.0 miles
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210 E. Street Road, 3rd Floor, Ste 3D 6.2 miles
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2417 Welsh Rd, 6.7 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19114
6129 PALMETTO ST 6.9 miles
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2837 SOUTHAMPTON RD 7.2 miles
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130 Almshouse Rd, 7.2 miles
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5675 N Front St, Store 260 7.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19120
2804 SOUTHAMPTON RD 7.4 miles
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2 Penn Blvd, Suite 205 7.5 miles
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1432 EASTON RD STE 3C 7.5 miles
WARRINGTON, PA 18976
5322 MAGNOLIA ST 7.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144
2010 LEVICK ST 7.8 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
6555 Roosevelt Blvd., 7.9 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19149
7528 Frankford Ave, 8.4 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19136
7439 FRANKFORD AVE 2ND FL 8.4 miles
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4022 Woodhaven Rd, 8.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19154
2966 STREET RD 8.7 miles
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10800 KNIGHTS RD STE 206 8.8 miles
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5000 FRANKFORD AVE Wakling Building 8.9 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124
4501 Castor Ave, 8.9 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19124
724 Dekalb Pike, 9.1 miles
Blue Bell, PA 19422
6060 RIDGE AVE STE 100 9.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
6940 State Rd 9.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19135
PO BOX 754 9.3 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
5800 RIDGE AVE STE 234 9.4 miles
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525 Jamestown Street, 9.4 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19128
1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205 9.7 miles
Chalfont, PA 18914
1500 HORIZON DR STE 102 9.7 miles
CHALFONT, PA 18914
850 GERMANTOWN PIKE 9.7 miles
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
3400 ARAMINGO AVE, STE 4 10.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
3356 Aramingo Ave 10.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19134
1000 OLDHAM CT 10.7 miles
BENSALEM, PA 19020
720--730 E Johnson Highway, 10.8 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
100 E BROAD ST 10.9 miles
PALMYRA, NJ 8065
800 W STATE ST STE 102 11.1 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
275 S MAIN ST STE 4 11.1 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
525 N BROAD ST 11.1 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
2031 N BROAD ST STE 127 11.1 miles
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2131 N Broad St, 11.2 miles
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826 N BROAD ST 11.2 miles
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1313 N BROAD ST 11.2 miles
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1019 S BROAD ST 11.2 miles
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1970 N BROAD ST 11.2 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
200 BARR HARBOR DR STE 400 11.5 miles
W CNSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428
1437 Dekalb St, 11.6 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
100 E LEHIGH AVE STE 106 MAB BUILDING 11.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125
1210 ROUTE 130 N STE 1438 11.9 miles
CINNAMINSON, NJ 8077
934 MONTGOMERY AVE 11.9 miles
PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
1430 US 130 North, 12.0 miles
Cinnaminson, NJ 8077
1854 VETERANS HWY 12.2 miles
LEVITTOWN, PA 19056
9370 N CRESCENT BLVD STE 200 12.3 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8110
32 MAPLE AVE 12.5 miles
LINE LEXINGTON, PA 18932
716 N 24TH ST 12.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19130
930 TOWN CENTER DR STE G30 12.9 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
586 Middletown Blvd, Suite C-11 12.9 miles
Langhorne, PA 19047
252 W Swamp Rd, 13.1 miles
Doylestown, PA 18901
100 E LANCASTER AVE STE 317 13.1 miles
WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096
227 N. Broad St, 13.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19107
1311 N 52ND ST 13.2 miles
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230 N BROAD ST 13.2 miles
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Buckingham Green Shopping Cent, 4920 York Rd Unit 2 13.2 miles
Holicong, PA 18928
304 FLORAL VALE BLVD 13.3 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
333 N Oxford Valley Road, Suite 203 13.3 miles
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
218A SUNSET RD 13.3 miles
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
701 FLORAL VALE BLVD STE 701 13.4 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
380 OXFORD VALLEY RD 13.5 miles
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360 OXFORD VALLEY RD 13.5 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
230 N BROAD ST MAIL STOP 101 13.5 miles
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501 BATH RD 13.5 miles
BRISTOL, PA 19007
170 N Henderson Rd, Suite 204 13.6 miles
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
170 N HENDERSON RD STE 306 13.6 miles
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406
1456 FERRY ROAD, UNIT 401 13.7 miles
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107 Town Center Road 13.8 miles
King of Prussia, PA 19406
301 OXFORD VALLEY RD STE 1104 13.8 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
3 COOPER PLZ RM 517 14.0 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8103
220 Sunset Rd, Suite 5D 14.1 miles
Willingboro, NJ 8046
200 Commerce Circle, Bristol Park Shopping Center 14.3 miles
Bristol, PA 19007
605 S QUEEN ANNE DR 14.3 miles
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60 W MAIN ST, 14.3 miles
MAPLE SHADE, NJ 8052
2521 W MAIN ST 14.4 miles
NORRISTOWN, PA 19403
4318 ROUTE 130 14.5 miles
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
811 SUNSET ROAD 14.5 miles
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
401 YOUNG AVE URGENT CARE 14.6 miles
MOORESTOWN, NJ 8057
5255 MARLTON PIKE 14.8 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8109
1 REED ST 14.9 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
PO BOX 233 14.9 miles
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD 15.1 miles
RADNOR, PA 19087
Cooper River Plaza West, 6981 North Park Drive Suite 20 15.1 miles
Pennsauken, NJ 8109
2322 ROUTE 38 15.1 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
1900 S BROAD ST 15.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
246 Main Street, Cherry Hill P, Suite 202 15.3 miles
New Paltz, NY 12561
1930 S BROAD ST UNIT 11 15.3 miles
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1444 W PASSYUNK AVE 15.4 miles
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800 HADDONFIELD RD 15.5 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
153 Levittown Pkwy, Suite 5A 15.6 miles
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2219 S Broad St, 15.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
708 Route 113, 15.7 miles
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2103 MOUNT HOLLY RD 15.7 miles
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
2961 YORKSHIP SQ HISTORICAL FAIRVIEW 15.7 miles
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1000 ATLANTIC AVE Family Health Center 15.7 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
1305 W CHESTER PIKE 16.0 miles
HAVERTOWN, PA 19083
2715 S FRONT ST, UNIT 2 16.1 miles
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330 W. Oregon Avenue, 16.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
270 MAIN ST 16.3 miles
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
2010 W Chester Pike, 16.4 miles
Havertown, PA 19083
817 E GATE DR STE 102 16.4 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
345 Main Street, 16.4 miles
Harleysville, PA 19438
1040 Kings Hwy, Suite 102 16.5 miles
Cherry Hill, NJ 8034
1601 N KINGS HWY, STE 100 16.8 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8034
55 E ROUTE 70 16.9 miles
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807 Haddon Ave, 16.9 miles
Haddonfield, NJ 8033
150 CENTURY PKWY STE B 17.0 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004 17.0 miles
DARBY, PA 19023
104 S BROADWAY 17.2 miles
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ 8030
2801 ISLAND AVE Ste 2 17.7 miles
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16000 HORIZON WAY STE 600 17.8 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
2000 SPROUL RD STE 102 17.9 miles
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78 2ND AVE 17.9 miles
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6 N BLACK HORSE PIKE 18.1 miles
MOUNT EPHRAIM, NJ 8059
7000 Holstein Ave 18.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD 18.4 miles
BERWYN, PA 19312
101 BURRS RD BLDG 2 STE A 18.5 miles
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3574 West Chester Pike, 18.5 miles
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103 BALTIMORE PIKE 18.5 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
700 LAWN AVE 18.6 miles
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131 S State Rd 18.7 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
4A Eves Drive, Suite 110 18.7 miles
Marlton, NJ 8053
515 Grove Street, Suite 1 A 18.7 miles
Haddon Heights, NJ 8035
10000 LINCOLN DR E STE 201 18.8 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
500 B GROVE ST 18.8 miles
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90 N MacDade BLVD, 18.9 miles
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444 BALTIMORE PIKE 18.9 miles
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111 CHURCH RD 18.9 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
1 CRESCENT DR STE 100 19.0 miles
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12000 LINCOLN DR W UNIT 308 19.2 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
920 W SPROUL RD STE 110 19.3 miles
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210 BENIGNO BLVD 19.4 miles
BELLMAWR, NJ 8031
196 W SPROUL RD STE 110 19.7 miles
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Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112 19.9 miles
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100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1 20.1 miles
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750 BRUNSWICK AVE 20.2 miles
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832 BRUNSWICK AVE 20.3 miles
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601 HAMILTON AVE 20.3 miles
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1613 Route 38, 20.5 miles
Lumberton, NJ 8048
730 N Broad St, Suite 125 20.6 miles
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1200 DELSEA DR 20.7 miles
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608 N Broad St Ste 100 20.8 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
509 N BROAD ST 20.8 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
2309 E EVESHAM RD STE 104 21.0 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
2401 E EVESHAM RD, STE C 21.0 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center 21.1 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
213 MORTON AVE 21.2 miles
FOLSOM, PA 19033
11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 21.3 miles
PAOLI, PA 19301
8 MORTON AVE STE 206 21.3 miles
RIDLEY PARK, PA 19078
1101 White Horse Rd, 21.4 miles
Voorhees, NJ 8043
15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101 21.4 miles
Paoli, PA 19301
501 W MacDade Boulevard, 21.5 miles
Folsom, PA 19033
73 CROWN POINT RD 21.8 miles
PAULSBORO, NJ 8066
2500 US HIGHWAY 1 21.9 miles
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Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road 21.9 miles
Royersford, PA 19468
1020 LAUREL OAK RD STE 300 22.0 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735 22.1 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
1020 LAUREL OAK RD STE 300 LAUREL OAKS CORPORATE CENTER 22.1 miles
VOORHEES, NJ 8043
175 Route 70, 22.3 miles
Medford, NJ 8055
3 JEFFERSON DR 22.3 miles
LAUREL SPRINGS, NJ 8021
37 S WHITE HORSE PIKE 22.4 miles
STRATFORD, NJ 8084
1544 KUSER RD STE C9 22.6 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8619
875 MANTUA PIKE STE B 22.6 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109 22.6 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
1255 WHITEHORSE MERCERVILLE RD 22.8 miles
MERCERVILLE, NJ 8619
1225 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd, Suite 201 22.8 miles
Hamilton, NJ 8619
ONSITE ONLY 22.9 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
168 Franklin Corner Rd, Bldg. 2, Suite 1D 23.3 miles
Lawrenceville, NJ 8648
1167A W Baltimore Pike, 23.3 miles
Media, PA 19063
1670 WHITEHORSE HAMILTON SQUARE RD 23.4 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
2 HAMILTON HEALTH PL 23.8 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
165 S BLACK HORSE PIKE 23.9 miles
RUNNEMEDE, NJ 8078
1534 PARK AVE STE 240 24.0 miles
QUAKERTOWN, PA 18951
309 Lancaster Avenue, 24.0 miles
Frazer, PA 19355
811 HIGHWAY 33 24.0 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8619
2001 College Drive Suite 11 24.1 miles
Clementon, NJ 8021
229 N West End Blvd, 24.6 miles
Quakertown, PA 18951
2222 HIGHWAY 33 STE H 24.7 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
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.
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Local Area Info: Willow Grove, Pennsylvania
Willow Grove is a census-designated place (CDP) in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. A community in Philadelphia's northern suburbs, the population was 15,726 at the 2010 census. It is located in Upper Dublin Township, Abington Township and Upper Moreland Township. Willow Grove was once known for Willow Grove Park, an amusement park that was open from 1896 to 1976, now the site of Willow Grove Park Mall. Willow Grove is considered an edge city of Philadelphia with large amounts of retail and office space.
Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove was located northwest of the Willow Grove CDP in Horsham Township. NAS JRB Willow Grove transitioned into Horsham Air National Guard Station in September 2011.[citation needed]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 3.6 square miles (9.3 km2), of which 0.28% is water. It has a hot-summer humid continental climate (Dfa) and its hardiness zone is 7a.