Chester, CT Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 3,994. >Population change since 2000: +6.7%

Median Age: 48.7 years

Median Rent:

Poverty (overall):

Elevation: 86 feet

Land Area: 16.0 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 3,796 - 95.0%
      Hispanic - 74 - 1.9%
      Two or more races - 50 - 1.3%
      Black alone - 35 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 31 - 0.8%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 3 - 0.08%

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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, Chester, CT

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Chester, CT 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 Chester, CT 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 Chester, CT Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Chester, CT 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 Chester, CT 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

192 WESTBROOK RD 5.1 miles

192 WESTBROOK RD
ESSEX, CT 6426
Categories: ESSEX CT

929 Boston Post Road, 8.5 miles

929 Boston Post Road,
Old Saybrook, CT 6475
Categories: Old Saybrook CT

11 Woodland Road, 11.3 miles

11 Woodland Road,
Madison, CT 6443
Categories: Madison CT

324 FLANDERS RD 12.8 miles

324 FLANDERS RD
EAST LYME, CT 6333
Categories: EAST LYME CT

534 SAYBROOK RD Ste 700 12.9 miles

534 SAYBROOK RD Ste 700
MIDDLETOWN, CT 6457
Categories: MIDDLETOWN CT

400 Saybrook Rd, 13.4 miles

400 Saybrook Rd,
Middletown, CT 6457
Categories: Middletown CT

163 BROADWAY ST 13.5 miles

163 BROADWAY ST
COLCHESTER, CT 6415
Categories: COLCHESTER CT

28 CRESCENT ST 14.6 miles

28 CRESCENT ST
MIDDLETOWN, CT 6457
Categories: MIDDLETOWN CT

900 NORTHRUP RD 17.5 miles

900 NORTHRUP RD
WALLINGFORD, CT 6492
Categories: WALLINGFORD CT

80 NORWICH NEW LONDON TPKE STE A 17.7 miles

80 NORWICH NEW LONDON TPKE STE A
UNCASVILLE, CT 6382
Categories: UNCASVILLE CT

721 Bank Street, 18.3 miles

721 Bank Street,
New London, CT 6320
Categories: New London CT

1064 E MAIN ST STE 301 18.5 miles

1064 E MAIN ST STE 301
MERIDEN, CT 6450
Categories: MERIDEN CT

15 South Elm Street, 19.2 miles

15 South Elm Street,
Wallingford, CT 6492
Categories: Wallingford CT

60 CHURCH ST 19.5 miles

60 CHURCH ST
YALESVILLE, CT 6492
Categories: YALESVILLE CT

6 BUSINESS PARK DR 19.6 miles

6 BUSINESS PARK DR
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

607 W MAIN ST 19.6 miles

607 W MAIN ST
NORWICH, CT 6360
Categories: NORWICH CT

816 Broad Street, Ste 22, 19.9 miles

816 Broad Street, Ste 22,
Meriden, CT 6450
Categories: Meriden CT

780 CHESTNUT HILL RD 19.9 miles

780 CHESTNUT HILL RD
GLASTONBURY, CT 6033
Categories: GLASTONBURY CT

1111 CROMWELL AVE BLDG 4 STE 403 20.3 miles

1111 CROMWELL AVE BLDG 4 STE 403
ROCKY HILL, CT 6067
Categories: ROCKY HILL CT

144 North Main Street, 20.5 miles

144 North Main Street,
Branford, CT 6405
Categories: Branford CT

10 CONNECTICUT AVE 20.6 miles

10 CONNECTICUT AVE
NORWICH, CT 6360
Categories: NORWICH CT

118 New London Turnpike, 20.7 miles

118 New London Turnpike,
Norwich, CT 6360
Categories: Norwich CT

2257 SILAS DEANE HWY STE 3 20.8 miles

2257 SILAS DEANE HWY STE 3
ROCKY HILL, CT 6067
Categories: ROCKY HILL CT

12 CASE ST STE 302 20.8 miles

12 CASE ST STE 302
NORWICH, CT 6360
Categories: NORWICH CT

84 N MAIN ST 21.0 miles

84 N MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

326 WASHINGTON ST 21.2 miles

326 WASHINGTON ST
NORWICH, CT 6360
Categories: NORWICH CT

220 ROUTE 12 21.4 miles

220 ROUTE 12
GROTON, CT 6340
Categories: GROTON CT

220 ROUTE 12 STE 5 # 358 21.4 miles

220 ROUTE 12 STE 5 # 358
GROTON, CT 6340
Categories: GROTON CT

52 HAZELNUT HILL RD 22.2 miles

52 HAZELNUT HILL RD
GROTON, CT 6340
Categories: GROTON CT

1260 SILAS DEANE HWY 22.2 miles

1260 SILAS DEANE HWY
WETHERSFIELD, CT 6109
Categories: WETHERSFIELD CT

400 W MAIN ST 22.5 miles

400 W MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

131 New London Turnpike, 22.8 miles

131 New London Turnpike,
Glastonbury, CT 6033
Categories: Glastonbury CT

3000 Dixwell Ave, 23.3 miles

3000 Dixwell Ave,
Hamden, CT 6518
Categories: Hamden CT

2440 WHITNEY AVE 2ND FL 23.4 miles

2440 WHITNEY AVE 2ND FL
HAMDEN, CT 6518
Categories: HAMDEN CT

2080 WHITNEY AVE 23.6 miles

2080 WHITNEY AVE
HAMDEN, CT 6518
Categories: HAMDEN CT

76 WOODSEDGE CT 23.6 miles

76 WOODSEDGE CT
KENSINGTON, CT 6037
Categories: KENSINGTON CT

2928 MAIN ST 23.7 miles

2928 MAIN ST
GLASTONBURY, CT 6033
Categories: GLASTONBURY CT

1631 STATE ST 23.7 miles

1631 STATE ST
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

863 N Main St Ext 24.1 miles

863 N Main St Ext
WALLINGFORD, CT 6492
Categories: WALLINGFORD CT

465 Silas Deane Highway, 24.1 miles

465 Silas Deane Highway,
Wethersfield, CT 6109
Categories: Wethersfield CT

28 MAIN ST 24.1 miles

28 MAIN ST
EAST HARTFORD, CT 6118
Categories: EAST HARTFORD CT

28 S MAIN ST 24.2 miles

28 S MAIN ST
CHESHIRE, CT 6410
Categories: CHESHIRE CT

370 JAMES ST STE 304 24.3 miles

370 JAMES ST STE 304
NEW HAVEN, CT 6513
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

375 E CEDAR ST 24.4 miles

375 E CEDAR ST
NEWINGTON, CT 6111
Categories: NEWINGTON CT

40 Hart Street, Building C, 24.8 miles

40 Hart Street, Building C,
New Britain, CT 6052
Categories: New Britain CT

1703 MAIN ST 24.8 miles

1703 MAIN ST
WILLIMANTIC, CT 6226
Categories: WILLIMANTIC CT

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Chester, CT 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: Chester, Connecticut

Chester is a town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States. The population was 3,743 at the 2000 census. The town center is also defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as a census-designated place (CDP). The name is a transfer from Chester, in England.

The Wangunks, a river tribe of Native Americans, occupied the land called Pattaconk prior to English settlement of the area in 1692. The town was formed from the northern quarter of Saybrook and incorporated in 1836. Back in 1769, Jonathan Warner was granted permission to operate a ferry across the Connecticut River that became the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry, the second-oldest continuously operating ferry service in Connecticut. Its location is currently a state historical landmark.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 16.8 square miles (44 km2), of which, 16.0 square miles (41 km2) of it is land and 0.8 square miles (2.1 km2) of it (4.75%) is water. The CDP has a total area of 2.1 square miles (5.4 km2) of which 1.46% is water.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 3,994. >Population change since 2000: +6.7%

Median Age: 48.7 years

Median Rent:

Poverty (overall):

Elevation: 86 feet

Land Area: 16.0 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 3,796 - 95.0%
      Hispanic - 74 - 1.9%
      Two or more races - 50 - 1.3%
      Black alone - 35 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 31 - 0.8%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 3 - 0.08%

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