Columbia, SC Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 67,595

Population (female): 65,519

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $878.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Columbia: 88.0 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (16.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 25.7% for Black residents, 16.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 80.7% for American Indian residents, 2.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 19.5% for other race residents, 17.1% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 314 feet

Land Area: 125.2 square miles.

Zip Codes: 29044, 29045, 29061, 29063, 29202, 29203, 29204, 29205, 29207, 29208, 29210, 29212, 29225, 29229

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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, Columbia, SC

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC 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

1538 Main St 0.4 miles

1538 Main St
Columbia, SC 29201
Categories: Columbia SC

1333 TAYLOR ST STE 3H 0.5 miles

1333 TAYLOR ST STE 3H
COLUMBIA, SC 29201
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

1715 BLANDING ST 0.8 miles

1715 BLANDING ST
COLUMBIA, SC 29201
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

1472 TURN RD 1.3 miles

1472 TURN RD
COLUMBIA, SC 29201
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

3010 Farrow Rd Ste 230, 2.0 miles

3010 Farrow Rd Ste 230,
Columbia, SC 29203
Categories: Columbia SC

2719 MIDDLEBURG DR STE 201 2.0 miles

2719 MIDDLEBURG DR STE 201
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

977 KNOX ABBOTT DR 2.2 miles

977 KNOX ABBOTT DR
CAYCE, SC 29033
Categories: CAYCE SC

3304 FOREST DR 2.6 miles

3304 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

220 STONERIDGE DR STE 101 2.8 miles

220 STONERIDGE DR STE 101
COLUMBIA, SC 29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

511 BELTLINE BLVD 3.2 miles

511 BELTLINE BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29205
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

3799 12th St Extension Ste 110 3.3 miles

3799 12th St Extension Ste 110
Cayce, SC 29033
Categories: Cayce SC

2249 AUGUSTA RD 3.7 miles

2249 AUGUSTA RD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC

4500 FOREST DR STE A 3.8 miles

4500 FOREST DR STE A
COLUMBIA, SC 29206
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

114 GATEWAY LN 3.8 miles

114 GATEWAY LN
COLUMBIA, SC 29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

1345 GARNER LN STE 303 4.2 miles

1345 GARNER LN STE 303
COLUMBIA, SC 29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

3000 NE MEDICAL PARK STE 111 4.5 miles

3000 NE MEDICAL PARK STE 111
COLUMBIA, SC 29223
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

2836 AUGUSTA RD 4.6 miles

2836 AUGUSTA RD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC

3020 SUNSET BLVD STE 102 5.0 miles

3020 SUNSET BLVD STE 102
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC

1117 SAINT ANDREWS RD 5.4 miles

1117 SAINT ANDREWS RD
COLUMBIA, SC 29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

111 EXECUTIVE CENTER DR STE 238 5.4 miles

111 EXECUTIVE CENTER DR STE 238
COLUMBIA, SC 29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

769B GREENLAWN DR 5.4 miles

769B GREENLAWN DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29209
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

3240 SUNSET BLVD 5.4 miles

3240 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC

2 SOUTHERN CT 5.7 miles

2 SOUTHERN CT
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC

6941 N TRENHOLM RD STE I 6.0 miles

6941 N TRENHOLM RD STE I
COLUMBIA, SC 29206
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

2406 DECKER BLVD 6.2 miles

2406 DECKER BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29206
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

7653 GARNERS FERRY RD 6.3 miles

7653 GARNERS FERRY RD
COLUMBIA, SC 29209
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

100 JIMMY LOVE LN 8.4 miles

100 JIMMY LOVE LN
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

114 GATEWAY CORPORATE BLVD STE 430 8.4 miles

114 GATEWAY CORPORATE BLVD STE 430
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

9005 Two Notch Road Suite 15 8.8 miles

9005 Two Notch Road Suite 15
Columbia, SC 29223
Categories: Columbia SC

4621 Hardscrabble Road 9.2 miles

4621 Hardscrabble Road
COLUMBIA, SC 29223
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

120 HIGHLAND CTR DR STE 130B 9.3 miles

120 HIGHLAND CTR DR STE 130B
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

1 WELLNESS BLVD STE 105 9.8 miles

1 WELLNESS BLVD STE 105
IRMO, SC 29063
Categories: IRMO SC

10040 TWO NOTCH RD 11.2 miles

10040 TWO NOTCH RD
COLUMBIA, SC 29223
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

518 E MAIN ST ste 8 11.3 miles

518 E MAIN ST ste 8
LEXINGTON, SC 29072
Categories: LEXINGTON SC

10060 TWO NOTCH RD 11.3 miles

10060 TWO NOTCH RD
COLUMBIA, SC 29223
Categories: COLUMBIA SC

1068 S LAKE DR 11.8 miles

1068 S LAKE DR
LEXINGTON, SC 29073
Categories: LEXINGTON SC

247 COLUMBIA AVE 12.0 miles

247 COLUMBIA AVE
LEXINGTON, SC 29072
Categories: LEXINGTON SC

1847 S Lake Dr 12.5 miles

1847 S Lake Dr
Lexington, SC 29073
Categories: Lexington SC

208 DEER RUN RD 14.3 miles

208 DEER RUN RD
ELGIN, SC 29045
Categories: ELGIN SC

557 COLUMBIA AVE 20.8 miles

557 COLUMBIA AVE
CHAPIN, SC 29036
Categories: CHAPIN SC

8 RASPBERRY CT 22.5 miles

8 RASPBERRY CT
LUGOFF, SC 29078
Categories: LUGOFF SC

32 RIVER STREET 23.5 miles

32 RIVER STREET
PEAK, SC 29122
Categories: PEAK SC

1060 HIGHWAY 1 S 24.9 miles

1060 HIGHWAY 1 S
LUGOFF, SC 29078
Categories: LUGOFF SC

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Columbia, SC 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: Columbia, South Carolina

Columbia is the capital and second largest city of the U.S. state of South Carolina, with a population estimate of 134,309 as of 2016. The city serves as the county seat of Richland County, and a portion of the city extends into neighboring Lexington County. It is the center of the Columbia metropolitan statistical area, which had a population of 767,598 as of the 2010 United States Census, growing to 817,488 by July 1, 2016, according to 2015 U.S. Census estimates. The name Columbia is a poetic term used for the United States, originating from the name of Christopher Columbus.

The city is located approximately 13 miles (21 km) northwest of the geographic center of South Carolina, and is the primary city of the Midlands region of the state. It lies at the confluence of the Saluda River and the Broad River, which merge at Columbia to form the Congaree River. Columbia is home to the University of South Carolina, the state's flagship university and the largest in the state, and is also the site of Fort Jackson, the largest United States Army installation for Basic Combat Training. Columbia is also located 20 miles west of the site of McEntire Joint National Guard Base, which is operated by the U.S. Air Force and is used as a training base for the 169th Fighter Wing of The South Carolina Air National Guard. Columbia is also the location of the South Carolina State House, which is the center of government for the state. In 1860, the city was the location of the South Carolina Secession Convention, which marked the departure of the first state from the Union in the events leading up to the Civil War.

At the time of European encounter, the inhabitants of the area that became Columbia were a people called the Congaree. In May 1540, a Spanish expedition led by Hernando de Soto traversed what is now Columbia while moving northward. The expedition produced the earliest written historical records of the area, which was part of the regional Cofitachequi chiefdom.

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Population (male): 67,595

Population (female): 65,519

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $878.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Columbia: 88.0 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (16.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 25.7% for Black residents, 16.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 80.7% for American Indian residents, 2.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 19.5% for other race residents, 17.1% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 314 feet

Land Area: 125.2 square miles.

Zip Codes: 29044, 29045, 29061, 29063, 29202, 29203, 29204, 29205, 29207, 29208, 29210, 29212, 29225, 29229

(800) 221-4291