Severna Park, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 37,634.

Population (male): 18,388

Median Age: 43.6 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Severna Park: 133.3 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 2.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (2.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 3.4% for Black residents, 0.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 4.5% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (16.1%), English (12.6%), Irish (11.4%), American (11.0%), Italian (5.9%), European (4.5%).

Elevation: 50 feet

Zip Codes: 21146

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G 1.3 miles

537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G
SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146
Categories: SEVERNA PARK MD

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 3.4 miles

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
Categories: MILLERSVILLE MD

3708 MOUNTAIN RD 3.8 miles

3708 MOUNTAIN RD
PASADENA, MD 21122
Categories: PASADENA MD

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 4.9 miles

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103,
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 6.1 miles

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

820 Bestgate Rd, 6.2 miles

820 Bestgate Rd,
Annapolis, MD 21401
Categories: Annapolis MD

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 6.5 miles

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 7.3 miles

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 7.4 miles

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

ONSITE ONLY 8.1 miles

ONSITE ONLY
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21409
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

1667 Homewood Landing Rd 8.7 miles

1667 Homewood Landing Rd
Annapolis, MD 21409
Categories: Annapolis MD

1419 FOREST DR STE 104 8.8 miles

1419 FOREST DR STE 104
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD 9.6 miles

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

75 MAYO RD 10.1 miles

75 MAYO RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200 10.2 miles

3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 11.1 miles

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
Categories: LINTHICUM HEIGHTS MD

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 12.4 miles

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112,
Bowie, MD 20716
Categories: Bowie MD

5822 OAKLAND RD 12.5 miles

5822 OAKLAND RD
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
Categories: HALETHORPE MD

On-site ONLY 12.6 miles

On-site ONLY
LAUREL, MD 20724
Categories: LAUREL MD

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 12.7 miles

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
Categories: ELKRIDGE MD

6785 Business Pkwy 12.8 miles

6785 Business Pkwy
Elkridge, MD 21075
Categories: Elkridge MD

2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225 12.9 miles

2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1833 PORTAL ST 13.3 miles

1833 PORTAL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore 13.4 miles

1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 21222
Categories: Baltimore MD

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 13.6 miles

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD
BOWIE, MD 20716
Categories: BOWIE MD

1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL 13.6 miles

1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

4807 BENSON AVE 13.7 miles

4807 BENSON AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170 13.9 miles

3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3 13.9 miles

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3
DUNDALK, MD 21222
Categories: DUNDALK MD

1419 KNECHT AVE 13.9 miles

1419 KNECHT AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2 13.9 miles

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

726 LIGHT ST 14.0 miles

726 LIGHT ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 14.5 miles

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
Categories: GLENN DALE MD

100 S CHARLES ST STE 150 14.6 miles

100 S CHARLES ST STE 150
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

P. O. BOX 376 15.0 miles

P. O. BOX 376
LAUREL, MD 20725
Categories: LAUREL MD

10117 PALAMAR DR 15.6 miles

10117 PALAMAR DR
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

6656 DOBBIN RD 15.6 miles

6656 DOBBIN RD
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
Categories: COLUMBIA MD

1812 BOLTON ST APT 3 16.2 miles

1812 BOLTON ST APT 3
BALTIMORE, MD 21217
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9, 16.5 miles

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9,
Baltimore, MD 21229
Categories: Baltimore MD

8768 SUSINI DR 16.6 miles

8768 SUSINI DR
LAUREL, MD 20723
Categories: LAUREL MD

8101 PULASKI HWY STE H 16.9 miles

8101 PULASKI HWY STE H
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 16.9 miles

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

2901 SAINT PAUL ST 17.0 miles

2901 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21218
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F 17.1 miles

12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F
CHINO, CA 91710
Categories: CHINO CA

2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206, 17.2 miles

2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206,
Baltimore, MD 21216
Categories: Baltimore MD

3510 HEIDI LN 17.5 miles

3510 HEIDI LN
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
Categories: SPRINGDALE MD

2112 DIDONATO DR, STE F 17.8 miles

2112 DIDONATO DR, STE F
CHESTER, MD 21619
Categories: CHESTER MD

11947 WINGED FOOT CT 17.8 miles

11947 WINGED FOOT CT
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

1650 UNION AVE 17.8 miles

1650 UNION AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

Onsite Only 17.9 miles

Onsite Only
Largo, MD 20774
Categories: Largo MD

7933 BELLE POINT DR 18.1 miles

7933 BELLE POINT DR
GREENBELT, MD 20770
Categories: GREENBELT MD

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 18.3 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
Categories: UPPER MARLBORO MD

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 18.3 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
LARGO, MD 20774
Categories: LARGO MD

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51 18.4 miles

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51
Catonsville, MD 21228
Categories: Catonsville MD

4419 FALLS RD STE D 18.5 miles

4419 FALLS RD STE D
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

4729 SELLMAN RD 18.5 miles

4729 SELLMAN RD
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 19.0 miles

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3
College Park, MD 20740
Categories: College Park MD

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE 19.0 miles

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Categories: ELLICOTT CITY MD

10452 BALTIMORE AVE 19.1 miles

10452 BALTIMORE AVE
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 19.2 miles

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101,
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Categories: Ellicott City MD

9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108 19.2 miles

9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201 19.2 miles

6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212, 19.2 miles

9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212,
Baltimore, MD 21237
Categories: Baltimore MD

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 19.2 miles

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202
Columbia, MD 21044
Categories: Columbia MD

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54 19.3 miles

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54
BALTIMORE, MD 21215
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

3676 Alpen Greenway 19.6 miles

3676 Alpen Greenway
Burtonsville, MD 20866
Categories: Burtonsville MD

1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 19.8 miles

1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
Categories: HYATTSVILLE MD

5 CHESTER PLZ 20.0 miles

5 CHESTER PLZ
CHESTER, MD 21619
Categories: CHESTER MD

8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 20.1 miles

8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204
LANDOVER, MD 20785
Categories: LANDOVER MD

13823 OUTLET DR 20.2 miles

13823 OUTLET DR
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 20.8 miles

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
Categories: CAPITOL HEIGHTS MD

7801 YORK RD STE 360 21.5 miles

7801 YORK RD STE 360
TOWSON, MD 21204
Categories: TOWSON MD

1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109 22.3 miles

1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109
TOWSON, MD 21286
Categories: TOWSON MD

5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102, 22.4 miles

5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102,
Randallstown, MD 21133
Categories: Randallstown MD

8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515 22.9 miles

8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515
TOWSON, MD 21286
Categories: TOWSON MD

1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A 23.1 miles

1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Categories: PIKESVILLE MD

1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115 23.2 miles

1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Categories: PIKESVILLE MD

1205 York Rd Ste 15a, 23.4 miles

1205 York Rd Ste 15a,
Lutherville, MD 21093
Categories: Lutherville MD

1407 YORK RD STE 311 23.6 miles

1407 YORK RD STE 311
LUTHERVILLE, MD 21093
Categories: LUTHERVILLE MD

4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 23.8 miles

4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 23.9 miles

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
Categories: FORESTVILLE MD

23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120 24.0 miles

23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Categories: Owings Mills MD

1830 YORK RD STE F 24.5 miles

1830 YORK RD STE F
TIMONIUM, MD 21093
Categories: TIMONIUM MD

920 VARNUM ST NE 24.7 miles

920 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

125 SHOREWAY DR 24.7 miles

125 SHOREWAY DR
QUEENSTOWN, MD 21658
Categories: QUEENSTOWN MD

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Important Information (Beware)

Some companies offering DNA Testing may sell cheap / INEXPENSIVE, in-home or laboratory DNA kits. Please be aware that these types of DNA testing products cannot be used in a court proceeding FOR paternity, immigration or family relationship determinations.

Accredited Drug Testing only utilizes certified DNA collection specialists at our Severna Park, MD DNA Testing Centers and AABB certified laboratories for DNA Testing which the test results may be utilized in child custody, child support, paternity or any other legal proceeding.

Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities nationwide and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities, 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.

Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests

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 ensures 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 ensure 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.

Accredited Drug Testing Recognized For DNA Expertise

Recently, Accredited Drug Testing and our company President and CEO, James A. Greer was consulted by the National Enquirer magazine regarding the JonBenet Ramsey murder case. Mr.Greer's comments were included in both the September 12th, 2016 edition and the January 2nd, 2017 edition of the National Enquirer.

Please note - Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. only utilizes American Association of Blood Bank (AABB) certified laboratories for DNA relationship testing. The AABB accreditation is the highest national standard applied to DNA testing laboratories.

Any DNA test which is conducted by a non- AABB laboratory will not be accepted in a court of law. Home kits and other types of non- AABB DNA testing, while inexpensive/cheap, are not reliable and will not be permitted in a legal proceeding.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, applies the highest standard to the entire DNA testing process, from the DNA specimen collection, to the chain of custody, the laboratory analysis and the confidential results reporting.

To schedule a DNA Test or for more information including fees, Please call (800) 221-4291

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DNA testing can be used for the following purposes

  • Birth Certificate Modification
  • Child Support
  • Child Custody
  • Adoption
  • Wills/Insurance
  • Immigration

DNA Paternity Testing

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 an alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing an AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing may be stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress-Free.

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 contains 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 an 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 that analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.

How to schedule a DNA Test?

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 within 3-5 business days.

On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing

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)

More DNA Testing FAQ

What is paternity?

Paternity means fatherhood. Paternity is established when a paternity testing laboratory uses genetic testing methods / DNA test, to demonstrate to a legal standard, that an alleged father is the biological father. Paternity is disproved when these same methods and standards demonstrate that an alleged father is not the biological father.

What is DNA testing?

DNA testing refers to the process of examining an individual's DNA markers for the purpose of genetic human identification and for determining the relationship between two people.

How accurate is DNA-Based paternity testing?

The DNA profiling method is an extremely accurate genetic testing method. It can absolutely determine if the man is not the biological father and reliably exclude him. DNA profiling can establish that the alleged father is the child's biological father with a probability of paternity of 99.99% or higher. Each year many individual clients, child support offices, attorneys, judges, and physicians choose Genetic Profiles as their source for information, guidance and testing services in order to determine paternity.

Are the results admissible in court?

Yes. The laboratory follows a strict chain-of-custody procedure which allows for court/legal admissibility.

Is the Lab accredited? Are the results reliable?

The DNA testing laboratory used by Genetic Profiles is accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks(AABB)for the purpose of performing paternity (parentage) tests. Your paternity test will be processed by highly skilled and trained laboratory technicians. Every test is evaluated by a Ph.D. scientist with several years specializing in DNA genetic testing.

How long does it take to receive results from the paternity test?

It typically takes about 3-4 working days to complete the testing. In cases where the mother's sample is not included or when an abnormal/difficult sample is used, testing may require more time.

Are the paternity test results confidential?

Yes, The DNA test results are strictly confidential. They are released only to the adult persons who were tested and, as requested, to their authorized agents (e.g. attorneys).

How does DNA paternity testing work?

DNA analysis, which has proven to be a major advance in the field of paternity testing, involves the direct examination of the genetic material that a child inherited from its biological parents. DNA is located throughout the human body and in the same identical form. Thus, DNA in blood is the same as that in skin, cheek lining, muscle, bone, teeth and various other tissues. The DNA of a person is fully established at conception and remains totally constant throughout life. During the paternity testing process, the genetic characteristics of the child are first compared to those of its mother. Those characteristics in the child that cannot be found in the mother have been inherited from the biological father. If the tested man (alleged father) does not have the genetic characteristics necessary to be the biological father of the child, he is excluded. If the tested man's DNA does contain those genetic characteristics, then the probability that this man is the true biological father is calculated and reported by the laboratory.

What are some of the reasons DNA testing is conducted?

There are many legal and personal reasons that require DNA testing. Some of the more common include:

  • peace of mind
  • family medical concerns
  • child support
  • custody
  • adoption
  • citizenship/immigration
  • inheritance/benefits (social security, insurance, etc.)
  • crime scene analysis (forensic testing)

Can I do anything to alter the results of the test?

No, you can not alter the results of a test. Medication, drugs, alcohol, food, age or lifestyle cannot alter the DNA pattern within an individual.

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

DNA Testing

DNA testing, also known as genetic testing, involves examining an individual's DNA to identify genetic differences or mutations that may be indicative of certain conditions or diseases. It is a powerful tool used in a variety of contexts, from medical diagnostics and forensic analysis to genealogy and ancestry exploration.

Types of DNA Tests

  • Diagnostic Testing: Used to confirm or rule out a specific genetic disorder. It is often conducted when a particular condition is suspected based on physical symptoms.
  • Carrier Testing: This type of test is useful for individuals who may carry a gene for a genetic disorder. It is particularly important for couples considering starting a family.
  • Prenatal Testing: Performed during pregnancy to assess the health of a fetus. It can detect conditions like Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, or other genetic disorders.
  • Forensic Testing: Used in legal contexts to identify individuals in criminal cases or to settle disputes in paternity cases.
  • Ancestry Testing: Provides insights into one's ethnic background and genealogical roots. This test can help individuals understand their family history and origins.

Applications of DNA Testing

  1. Medical Diagnosis: Helps in diagnosing genetic diseases and conditions, allowing for targeted treatment plans.
  2. Paternity and Family Relationship Analysis: Determines biological relationships between individuals, often used in custody cases and inheritance claims.
  3. Personalized Medicine: Assists in selecting the most effective therapies based on an individual’s genetic profile.
  4. Crime Solving: Aids law enforcement in identifying suspects or victims using genetic evidence.

Advantages of DNA Testing

DNA testing provides several benefits:

  • Accurate Diagnosis: Enhances the accuracy of medical diagnoses and the efficacy of treatment strategies.
  • Early Detection: Facilitates the early detection of predispositions to diseases, potentially leading to preventative measures or early interventions.
  • Family Planning: Offers critical information for prospective parents concerning genetic disorders that could be passed on to offspring.

Limitations and Ethical Considerations

Despite its many applications, DNA testing raises important ethical and privacy concerns:

  • Privacy Concerns: Handling and protection of genetic data is critical as it contains sensitive information about an individual’s health and predisposition to diseases.
  • Potential for Discrimination: There is a risk of genetic discrimination by employers or insurers based on an individual’s genetic information.
  • Emotional Impact: The results from DNA testing can have significant emotional implications for individuals and families, particularly when revealing unexpected or distressing information.

In conclusion, while DNA testing offers profound insights into genetics and has transformative potential across various fields, it must be approached with caution, respecting ethical standards and privacy laws to safeguard individuals’ rights and well-being.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 37,634.

Population (male): 18,388

Median Age: 43.6 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Severna Park: 133.3 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 2.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (2.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 3.4% for Black residents, 0.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 4.5% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (16.1%), English (12.6%), Irish (11.4%), American (11.0%), Italian (5.9%), European (4.5%).

Elevation: 50 feet

Zip Codes: 21146

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