Alameda, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 79,177 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +9.6%

Population (male): 35,598

Population (female): 43,579

Median Age: 38.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,790.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Alameda: 157.7 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (5.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 21.4% for Black residents, 11.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 15.5% for American Indian residents, 16.0% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 14.9% for other race residents, 11.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of California and other state lists, there were 38 registered sex offenders living in Alameda, California as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Alameda is 2,077 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is muc

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (6.3%), German (3.3%), Irish (2.8%), English (2.4%), Italian (2.4%), European (2.2%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 10.8 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 94501, 94502

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $89,979 (it was $56,285 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $46,715 (it was $30,982 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $891,700 (it was $331,600 in 2000) Alameda:$891,700CA:$509,400

Races:
      White alone - 34,597 - 43.7%
      Asian alone - 21,431 - 27.1%
      Hispanic - 10,825 - 13.7%
      Black alone - 6,644 - 8.4%
      Two or more races - 4,935 - 6.2%
      Other race alone - 386 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 217 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 153 - 0.2%

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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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Alameda, California Drug Testing Locations

"Need A Test, Choose The Best"

Our Drug Testing centers in Alameda, CA provide same day drug testing services and we have convenient hours for employers and individuals needing a drug or alcohol test. All of our Alameda, California drug testing centers are available for urine drug testing, hair drug testing, Breath and ETG alcohol testing and we are dedicated to providing our testing services in a friendly and confidential manner. Testing for Employment, DOT, Court Ordered, Family, Personal.

Drug and Alcohol Testing Locations - Alameda, California

(Testing Centers do not accept payment, Pre-registration required)

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A 0.2 miles

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Categories: ALAMEDA CA

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D 0.8 miles

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D
Alameda, CA 94501
Categories: Alameda CA

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205 2.6 miles

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7817 OAKPORT ST 2.7 miles

7817 OAKPORT ST
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

384 EMBARCADERO W 2.8 miles

384 EMBARCADERO W
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR 2.8 miles

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

1700 BROADWAY STE 310 3.3 miles

1700 BROADWAY STE 310
OAKLAND, CA 94612
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110 4.0 miles

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110
OAKLAND, CA 94609
Categories: OAKLAND CA

350 HAWTHORNE AVE 4.0 miles

350 HAWTHORNE AVE
OAKLAND, CA 94609
Categories: OAKLAND CA

1517 GRAND AVE 4.0 miles

1517 GRAND AVE
PIEDMONT, CA 94611
Categories: PIEDMONT CA

3701 BROADWAY FL 5 4.2 miles

3701 BROADWAY FL 5
OAKLAND, CA 94611
Categories: OAKLAND CA

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910 4.3 miles

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910
OAKLAND, CA 94611
Categories: OAKLAND CA

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180 4.9 miles

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

2587 MERCED ST 5.9 miles

2587 MERCED ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850 5.9 miles

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850
EMERYVILLE, CA 94608
Categories: EMERYVILLE CA

2450 ASHBY AVE 6.4 miles

2450 ASHBY AVE
BERKELEY, CA 94705
Categories: BERKELEY CA

13939 E 14TH ST 6.6 miles

13939 E 14TH ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

2850 7TH ST STE 100 6.8 miles

2850 7TH ST STE 100
BERKELEY, CA 94710
Categories: BERKELEY CA

SFIA Terminal 2 7.9 miles

SFIA Terminal 2
San Francisco, CA 94125
Categories: San Francisco CA

On-site only 8.1 miles

On-site only
San Francisco, CA 94124
Categories: San Francisco CA

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ 8.1 miles

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2505 BATAAN ST STE O 8.2 miles

2505 BATAAN ST STE O
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1 8.5 miles

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

49 DRUMM ST 8.7 miles

49 DRUMM ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

26 CALIFORNIA ST 8.7 miles

26 CALIFORNIA ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

580 MARKET ST STE 100 8.9 miles

580 MARKET ST STE 100
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94104
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

845 JACKSON ST 9.4 miles

845 JACKSON ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

900 HYDE ST 9.7 miles

900 HYDE ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101, 9.7 miles

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101,
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Categories: Castro Valley CA

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008 9.8 miles

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ 9.9 miles

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A 10.0 miles

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2198 15th St, 10.5 miles

2198 15th St,
San Francisco, CA 94114
Categories: San Francisco CA

2201 Post St, 10.8 miles

2201 Post St,
San Francisco, CA 94115
Categories: San Francisco CA

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102 10.9 miles

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3 11.4 miles

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3
HAYWARD, CA 94544
Categories: HAYWARD CA

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32 11.6 miles

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896 11.9 miles

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

3 S LINDEN AVE 12.1 miles

3 S LINDEN AVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
Categories: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA

27200 CALAROGA AVE 12.4 miles

27200 CALAROGA AVE
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

3726 BARRETT AVE 12.8 miles

3726 BARRETT AVE
RICHMOND, CA 94805
Categories: RICHMOND CA

120 BROADWAY STE 23 12.9 miles

120 BROADWAY STE 23
RICHMOND, CA 94804
Categories: RICHMOND CA

International Terminal Level 3 A Side 12.9 miles

International Terminal Level 3 A Side
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1425 S MAIN ST 13.3 miles

1425 S MAIN ST
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD 13.3 miles

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1 13.5 miles

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1
RICHMOND, CA 94801
Categories: RICHMOND CA

60 N EL CAMINO REAL 13.6 miles

60 N EL CAMINO REAL
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212 13.7 miles

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
Categories: SAN BRUNO CA

1663 ROLLINS RD 13.8 miles

1663 ROLLINS RD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190 13.8 miles

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

1900 SULLIVAN AVE 13.9 miles

1900 SULLIVAN AVE
DALY CITY, CA 94015
Categories: DALY CITY CA

4749 SURREY LN 13.9 miles

4749 SURREY LN
EL SOBRANTE, CA 94803
Categories: EL SOBRANTE CA

2000 VALE RD 14.0 miles

2000 VALE RD
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

3555 WHIPPLE RD 14.0 miles

3555 WHIPPLE RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

1501 TROUSDALE DR 14.1 miles

1501 TROUSDALE DR
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400 14.2 miles

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

2425 CHURCH LN 14.5 miles

2425 CHURCH LN
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102 14.6 miles

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102
FOSTER CITY, CA 94404
Categories: FOSTER CITY CA

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105 14.8 miles

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108 15.1 miles

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142 15.3 miles

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140 15.3 miles

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

609 GREGORY LN STE 100 15.4 miles

609 GREGORY LN STE 100
PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523
Categories: PLEASANT HILL CA

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203 15.5 miles

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203
RICHMOND, CA 94806
Categories: RICHMOND CA

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146 15.7 miles

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Categories: Pleasant Hill CA

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD 16.1 miles

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

320 LENNON LN FL 2 16.1 miles

320 LENNON LN FL 2
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD 16.5 miles

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

222 W 39TH AVE 16.5 miles

222 W 39TH AVE
SAN MATEO, CA 94403
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor 16.8 miles

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A 17.0 miles

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A
SAN CARLOS, CA 94070
Categories: SAN CARLOS CA

7667 AMADOR VALLEY BLVD 17.3 miles

7667 AMADOR VALLEY BLVD
DUBLIN, CA 94568
Categories: DUBLIN CA

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2 17.4 miles

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70 17.4 miles

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115 17.5 miles

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115
Hercules, CA 94547
Categories: Hercules CA

1805 ARNOLD DR 17.5 miles

1805 ARNOLD DR
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520 17.7 miles

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110 17.7 miles

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Categories: Pleasanton CA

2090 COMMERCE AVE 18.0 miles

2090 COMMERCE AVE
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2231 GALAXY CT 18.0 miles

2231 GALAXY CT
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1 18.0 miles

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

35500 DUMBARTON CT 18.2 miles

35500 DUMBARTON CT
NEWARK, CA 94560
Categories: NEWARK CA

520 6TH ST 18.3 miles

520 6TH ST
RODEO, CA 94572
Categories: RODEO CA

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F 18.4 miles

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F
San Carlos, CA 94070
Categories: San Carlos CA

101 CASA BUENA DR 18.6 miles

101 CASA BUENA DR
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
Categories: CORTE MADERA CA

2425 East Street, Suite 6 18.8 miles

2425 East Street, Suite 6
Concord, CA 94520
Categories: Concord CA

2477 PACHECO ST 18.8 miles

2477 PACHECO ST
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2540 EAST ST 18.8 miles

2540 EAST ST
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1 19.1 miles

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063
Categories: REDWOOD CITY CA

4847 HOPYARD RD STE 4-424 19.2 miles

4847 HOPYARD RD STE 4-424
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

2 FIFER AVE STE 130 19.3 miles

2 FIFER AVE STE 130
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
Categories: CORTE MADERA CA

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS 19.6 miles

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94062
Categories: REDWOOD CITY CA

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101 19.7 miles

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
Categories: SAN RAFAEL CA

5167 CLAYTON RD STE H 20.0 miles

5167 CLAYTON RD STE H
CONCORD, CA 94521
Categories: CONCORD CA

5635 W LAS POSITAS BLVD 20.0 miles

5635 W LAS POSITAS BLVD
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103 20.1 miles

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103
Fremont, CA 94536
Categories: Fremont CA

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1 20.2 miles

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

2000 MOWRY AVE 20.2 miles

2000 MOWRY AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

1220 S ELISEO DR 20.3 miles

1220 S ELISEO DR
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

1321 S ELISEO DR 1ST FL 20.3 miles

1321 S ELISEO DR 1ST FL
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Suite 101 20.3 miles

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Suite 101
Greenbrae, CA 94904
Categories: Greenbrae CA

250 BON AIR RD 20.4 miles

250 BON AIR RD
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

3128 SANTA RITA RD 20.5 miles

3128 SANTA RITA RD
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

3161 WALNUT AVE 20.6 miles

3161 WALNUT AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

4000 DUBLIN BLVD STE 150 20.8 miles

4000 DUBLIN BLVD STE 150
DUBLIN, CA 94568
Categories: DUBLIN CA

2324 SANTA RITA RD STE 4 20.8 miles

2324 SANTA RITA RD STE 4
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

2224 DELUCCHI DR 20.9 miles

2224 DELUCCHI DR
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

39180 FARWELL DR STE 231 20.9 miles

39180 FARWELL DR STE 231
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

3200 BUSCH RD 21.6 miles

3200 BUSCH RD
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

1125 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD STE N 21.6 miles

1125 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD STE N
KENTFIELD, CA 94904
Categories: KENTFIELD CA

5763 STEVENSON BLVD 21.8 miles

5763 STEVENSON BLVD
NEWARK, CA 94560
Categories: NEWARK CA

2042 Columbus Pkwy, 21.9 miles

2042 Columbus Pkwy,
Benicia, CA 94510
Categories: Benicia CA

1100 ROSE DR ste 140 22.0 miles

1100 ROSE DR ste 140
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

42650 CHRISTY ST 22.5 miles

42650 CHRISTY ST
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

538 STONE RD STE G 22.7 miles

538 STONE RD STE G
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

795 EL CAMINO REAL 22.8 miles

795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Categories: PALO ALTO CA

300 PASTEUR DR 23.1 miles

300 PASTEUR DR
PALO ALTO, CA 94304
Categories: PALO ALTO CA

243 GEORGIA ST STE B 23.2 miles

243 GEORGIA ST STE B
VALLEJO, CA 94590
Categories: VALLEJO CA

3225 SELDON CT 23.4 miles

3225 SELDON CT
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

2 TERMINAL 23.6 miles

2 TERMINAL
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

17 Tennessee St 23.8 miles

17 Tennessee St
Vallejo, CA 94590
Categories: Vallejo CA

39400 Padeo Padre Pkwy Mission Bldg 24.0 miles

39400 Padeo Padre Pkwy Mission Bldg
Fremont, CA 94538
Categories: Fremont CA

99 MONTECILLO RD MOB 1 24.7 miles

99 MONTECILLO RD MOB 1
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903
Categories: SAN RAFAEL CA

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How to schedule a drug or alcohol test in Alameda, CA?

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Workplace Drug Testing in Alameda, California

Employers are encouraged to develop workplace drug testing programs which are designed to detect the presence of alcohol, illicit street drugs or specific prescription drugs in Alameda.

Employers will see the following benefits of being a Alameda, CA Drug Free Workplace:

  • Enhanced Employee Performance
  • Reduced Job-Related Accidents
  • Reduced Employee Absenteeism
  • Lower Workers Compensation Rates
  • Improved Employee Moral
  • Improved Customer Satisfaction

In addition, many companies, including Alameda, regardless of size indicate that becoming a Drug Free Workplace has increased the quality of job applicants and improved the overall workplace environment.

DOT Drug Testing in Alameda, CA

If you employ DOT designated safety sensitive employees who are required to have a Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Test (FMCSA, USCG, FAA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA) or if you manage a DOT drug or alcohol testing program for a company, it is imperative that you understand and comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 40 DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations. In addition to DOT drug testing, Accredited Drug Testing also offers, DOT consortium enrollment, DOT physicals, MVR reports and FMCSA Clearinghouse registration and reporting services.

Probation/Court Ordered Drug Testing in Alameda, CA

Accredited Drug Testing provides probation/court ordered drug testing for persons in need of an immediate or same day drug testing service. Our local Alameda, CA drug testing locations are available for same day service and we have locations across the United States.

Alcohol Testing in Alameda, CA

We provide alcohol testing which is available in urine, hair, blood, and breath alcohol in the Alameda area. Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing services which can be administered for employment purposes, personal drug tests, probation, court ordered and various other testing reasons. EtG alcohol testing Is also available by both a urine and hair sample. DOT breath alcohol testing is also available in the Alameda area.

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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 Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are facilities where biological samples are collected for the purpose of drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in various industries and contexts, such as employment, legal cases, and sports, to ensure compliance with drug policies and to promote safety. This overview provides consumers with key information about the operations, types of tests conducted, and what to expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Role of Drug Testing Collection Centers

The primary role of drug testing collection centers is to ensure that samples are collected in a secure and standardized manner. These centers adhere to strict guidelines to prevent contamination or tampering of samples, which could compromise test results. They serve individuals referred by employers, legal entities, or health care providers, and also offer services for private individuals seeking personal drug testing.

Types of Tests and Substances Screened

Collection centers handle various types of drug tests, which may include:

  • Urine tests: The most common method for detecting recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, and amphetamines.
  • Hair tests: Provide a longer detection window, typically up to 90 days, for substances like ecstasy, marijuana, and methamphetamine.
  • Blood tests: Used for precise measurement of drug levels in the body, though less common due to their invasive nature.
  • Saliva tests: Increasingly popular for their non-invasive procedure and immediate detection of drugs consumed very recently.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

When visiting a drug testing collection center, individuals can expect the following procedures:

  1. Identification Verification: To ensure accuracy and security, individuals must present valid identification.
  2. Sample Collection: A trained technician will collect the sample using the appropriate method for the test being conducted.
  3. Chain of Custody Documentation: This process documents each person who handles the sample and maintains the integrity of the sample from collection to laboratory analysis.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are essential for ensuring the reliability and legality of drug tests. By maintaining high standards of practice, these centers support the enforcement of drug-free policies in workplaces and other institutions, thus contributing to public safety and health. Accurate testing helps in the identification and support of individuals with substance use issues, enhancing their access to treatment and recovery resources.

In conclusion, drug testing collection centers are critical to the effective implementation of drug testing protocols, offering professional and discreet services to ensure the integrity of each test conducted.

Alameda, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 79,177 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +9.6%

Population (male): 35,598

Population (female): 43,579

Median Age: 38.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,790.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Alameda: 157.7 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (5.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 21.4% for Black residents, 11.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 15.5% for American Indian residents, 16.0% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 14.9% for other race residents, 11.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of California and other state lists, there were 38 registered sex offenders living in Alameda, California as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Alameda is 2,077 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is muc

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (6.3%), German (3.3%), Irish (2.8%), English (2.4%), Italian (2.4%), European (2.2%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 10.8 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 94501, 94502

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $89,979 (it was $56,285 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $46,715 (it was $30,982 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $891,700 (it was $331,600 in 2000) Alameda:$891,700CA:$509,400

Races:
      White alone - 34,597 - 43.7%
      Asian alone - 21,431 - 27.1%
      Hispanic - 10,825 - 13.7%
      Black alone - 6,644 - 8.4%
      Two or more races - 4,935 - 6.2%
      Other race alone - 386 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 217 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 153 - 0.2%

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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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