Baton Rouge, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 105,154

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Baton Rouge: 90.4 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (7.7%), French (3.2%), English (3.0%), Irish (1.9%), African (1.8%), German (1.7%).

Elevation: 53 feet

Land Area: 76.8 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $40,796 (it was $30,368 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,167 (it was $18,512 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $178,300 (it was $93,100 in 2000) Baton Rouge:$178,300LA:$162,500

Races:
      Black alone - 125,729 - 55.0%
      White alone - 82,849 - 36.2%
      Asian alone - 8,588 - 3.8%
      Hispanic - 8,245 - 3.6%
      Two or more races - 2,973 - 1.3%
      Other race alone - 620 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 373 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 80 - 0.04%

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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)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Baton Rouge, LA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Baton Rouge, LA drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Baton Rouge, LA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Baton Rouge, LA testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

3600 FLORIDA BLVD 0.1 miles

3600 FLORIDA BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

1038 MAIN ST 1.5 miles

1038 MAIN ST
BATON ROUGE, LA 70802
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

3235 PERKINS RD 1.9 miles

3235 PERKINS RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

4521 JAMESTOWN AVE STE 2 2.3 miles

4521 JAMESTOWN AVE STE 2
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

INFIRMARY DR 2.8 miles

INFIRMARY DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70801
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

604 CHEVELLE CT STE B 3.3 miles

604 CHEVELLE CT STE B
BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

8742 GOODWOOD BLVD 3.5 miles

8742 GOODWOOD BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

3333 DRUSILLA LN 4.5 miles

3333 DRUSILLA LN
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
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7373 PERKINS RD 4.5 miles

7373 PERKINS RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
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8549 UNITED PLAZA BLVD BLDG 12 STE 210 4.5 miles

8549 UNITED PLAZA BLVD BLDG 12 STE 210
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
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5475 ESSEN LN 4.6 miles

5475 ESSEN LN
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
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7887 PICARDY AVE 4.6 miles

7887 PICARDY AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
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7932 SUMMA AVE, #B-2 4.6 miles

7932 SUMMA AVE, #B-2
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
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9542 Brookline Ave Ste C 4.6 miles

9542 Brookline Ave Ste C
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Categories: Baton Rouge LA

5745 ESSEN LN STE 100 4.6 miles

5745 ESSEN LN STE 100
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810
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5130 MANCUSO LN 4.9 miles

5130 MANCUSO LN
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

7731 Perkins Rd Ste 155, 4.9 miles

7731 Perkins Rd Ste 155,
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Categories: Baton Rouge LA

4305 BLUEBONNET BLVD 5.3 miles

4305 BLUEBONNET BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
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9985 GREENWELL SPRINGS RD 5.5 miles

9985 GREENWELL SPRINGS RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70814
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7516 Bluebonnet Blvd Ste 244 5.9 miles

7516 Bluebonnet Blvd Ste 244
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
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11854 BRICKSOME AVE 6.5 miles

11854 BRICKSOME AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
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11924 JUSTICE AVE STE B 6.5 miles

11924 JUSTICE AVE STE B
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

3837 PLAZA TOWER DR STE C 6.6 miles

3837 PLAZA TOWER DR STE C
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

10099 N REIGER RD 7.0 miles

10099 N REIGER RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
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10059 N REIGER RD 7.0 miles

10059 N REIGER RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
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11441 INDUSTRIPLEX BLVD STE 140 7.4 miles

11441 INDUSTRIPLEX BLVD STE 140
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

14635 S HARRELLS FERRY RD UNIT BC 8.0 miles

14635 S HARRELLS FERRY RD UNIT BC
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

12902 PLANK RD 8.1 miles

12902 PLANK RD
BAKER, LA 70714
Categories: BAKER LA

13702 COURSEY BLVD BLDG 10 STE B 8.1 miles

13702 COURSEY BLVD BLDG 10 STE B
BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

13406 AIRLINE HWY 9.0 miles

13406 AIRLINE HWY
BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
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9865 PECUE LN 9.0 miles

9865 PECUE LN
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR 9.2 miles

17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

7640 LA HIGHWAY 1 S 9.2 miles

7640 LA HIGHWAY 1 S
ADDIS, LA 70710
Categories: ADDIS LA

727 HIGHLANDIA DR 10.6 miles

727 HIGHLANDIA DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

1125 W HIGHWAY 30 10.7 miles

1125 W HIGHWAY 30
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

3515 LA HIGHWAY 1 S 10.7 miles

3515 LA HIGHWAY 1 S
PORT ALLEN, LA 70767
Categories: PORT ALLEN LA

15475 AIRLINE HWY 11.4 miles

15475 AIRLINE HWY
BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

1585 S RANGE AVE 11.8 miles

1585 S RANGE AVE
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726
Categories: DENHAM SPRINGS LA

6300 MAIN ST 13.8 miles

6300 MAIN ST
ZACHARY, LA 70791
Categories: ZACHARY LA

19900 OLD SCENIC HWY STE H I 13.9 miles

19900 OLD SCENIC HWY STE H I
ZACHARY, LA 70791
Categories: ZACHARY LA

59315 RIVER WEST DR STE C 14.1 miles

59315 RIVER WEST DR STE C
PLAQUEMINE, LA 70764
Categories: PLAQUEMINE LA

5525 HIGHWAY 3115 16.4 miles

5525 HIGHWAY 3115
GEISMAR, LA 70734
Categories: GEISMAR LA

28050 WALKER RD S 17.9 miles

28050 WALKER RD S
WALKER, LA 70785
Categories: WALKER LA

214 S BURNSIDE AVE STE A 20.7 miles

214 S BURNSIDE AVE STE A
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

17199 SPRING RANCH RD STE 100 20.8 miles

17199 SPRING RANCH RD STE 100
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

17199 SPRING RANCH RD 20.8 miles

17199 SPRING RANCH RD
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

1124 S BURNSIDE AVE 20.9 miles

1124 S BURNSIDE AVE
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

2612 S Ruby St 21.0 miles

2612 S Ruby St
Gonzales, LA 70737
Categories: Gonzales LA

2647 S SAINT ELIZABETH BLVD STE 125 21.0 miles

2647 S SAINT ELIZABETH BLVD STE 125
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

1205 W EDENBORNE PKWY 21.0 miles

1205 W EDENBORNE PKWY
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

13466 Vera McGowen Rd 21.3 miles

13466 Vera McGowen Rd
Walker, LA 70785
Categories: Walker LA

217 New Roads St 23.7 miles

217 New Roads St
NEW ROADS, LA 70760
Categories: NEW ROADS LA

20170 Ohio St 24.2 miles

20170 Ohio St
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

2202 FALSE RIVER DR 24.3 miles

2202 FALSE RIVER DR
NEW ROADS, LA 70760
Categories: NEW ROADS LA

29565 S FROST RD STE C 24.4 miles

29565 S FROST RD STE C
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

14292 FLORIDA BLVD 25.0 miles

14292 FLORIDA BLVD
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding areas, Accredited Drug Testing also has testing centers located in most cities throughout the State of . Call us today to find the closest testing center near you.

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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

Overview of Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Baton Rouge (/?bæt?n ?ru??/ BAT-?n ROOZH; from French bâton rouge [b?t?? ?u?] (listen), meaning 'red stick') is the capital of the U.S. state of Louisiana. Located on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River, it is the parish seat of East Baton Rouge Parish, the most populous parish in Louisiana. It is the 99th most populous city in the United States, and second-largest city in Louisiana after New Orleans. It is also the 16th most populous state capital. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 2017 estimate, Baton Rouge had a population of 227,549, down from 229,493 at the 2010 census. Baton Rouge is the center of Greater Baton Rouge, the second-largest metropolitan area in Louisiana, with a population of 834,159 as of 2017, up from 802,484 in 2010 and 829,719 in 2015.

The city of Baton Rouge is a major industrial, petrochemical, medical, research, motion picture, and growing technology center of the American South. It is the location of Louisiana State University, the LSU System's flagship university and the largest institution of higher education in the state. It is also the location of Southern University, the flagship institution of the Southern University System, the only historically black college system in the nation. The Port of Greater Baton Rouge is the 10th-largest in the United States in terms of tonnage shipped, and is the farthest upstream Mississippi River port capable of handling Panamax ships.

The Baton Rouge area owes its historical importance to its strategic site upon the Istrouma Bluff, the first natural bluff upriver from the Mississippi River Delta at the Gulf of Mexico. This allowed development of a business quarter safe from seasonal flooding. In addition, the city built a levee system stretching from the bluff southward to protect the riverfront and low-lying agricultural areas. The city is a culturally rich center, with settlement by immigrants from numerous European nations and African peoples brought to North America as slaves or indentured servants. It was ruled by seven different governments: French, British, and Spanish in the colonial era; the Republic of West Florida, as a United States territory and state, Confederate, and United States again since the end of the American Civil War.

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Population (male): 105,154

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Baton Rouge: 90.4 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (7.7%), French (3.2%), English (3.0%), Irish (1.9%), African (1.8%), German (1.7%).

Elevation: 53 feet

Land Area: 76.8 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $40,796 (it was $30,368 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,167 (it was $18,512 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $178,300 (it was $93,100 in 2000) Baton Rouge:$178,300LA:$162,500

Races:
      Black alone - 125,729 - 55.0%
      White alone - 82,849 - 36.2%
      Asian alone - 8,588 - 3.8%
      Hispanic - 8,245 - 3.6%
      Two or more races - 2,973 - 1.3%
      Other race alone - 620 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 373 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 80 - 0.04%

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