Lake Grove, NY Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 11,155 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +8.8%

Population (male): 5,593

Population (female): 5,562

Median Age: 41.0 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,820.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lake Grove: 151.4 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 5.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (4.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 3.4% for Black residents, 1.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 4.1% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of New York and other state lists, there were 4 registered sex offenders living in Lake Grove, New York as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Lake Grove is 2,791 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is mu

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (32.2%), Irish (8.9%), American (5.6%), German (5.3%), Egyptian (3.8%), Polish (1.9%).

Elevation: 119 feet

Land Area: 2.98 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 11755

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $103,913 (it was $67,174 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $44,615 (it was $26,321 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $403,961 (it was $189,300 in 2000) Lake Grove:$403,961NY:$314,500

Races:
      White alone - 9,205 - 82.5%
      Hispanic - 866 - 7.8%
      Asian alone - 737 - 6.6%
      Black alone - 215 - 1.9%
      Two or more races - 103 - 0.9%
      Other race alone - 21 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 16 - 0.1%

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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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Lake Grove, New York Drug Testing Locations

"Need A Test, Choose The Best"

Our Drug Testing centers in Lake Grove, NY provide same day drug testing services and we have convenient hours for employers and individuals needing a drug or alcohol test. All of our Lake Grove, New York 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 - Lake Grove, New York

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

2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 1.8 miles

2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
Categories: STONY BROOK NY

35 MARLIN RD 2.8 miles

35 MARLIN RD
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
Categories: CENTEREACH NY

30 JEROME ST 3.1 miles

30 JEROME ST
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

203 UNION AVE 3.2 miles

203 UNION AVE
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
Categories: HOLBROOK NY

23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 3.5 miles

23 Technology Dr., Suite 2
East Setauket, NY 11733
Categories: East Setauket NY

3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 3.5 miles

3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
Categories: ISLANDIA NY

222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 3.6 miles

222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107
Smithtown, NY 11787
Categories: Smithtown NY

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 3.6 miles

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza
East Setauket, NY 11733
Categories: East Setauket NY

235 Boyle Rd, 3.8 miles

235 Boyle Rd,
Selden, NY 11784
Categories: Selden NY

1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 3.9 miles

1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
Categories: HAUPPAUGE NY

3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 4.6 miles

3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY
RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
Categories: RONKONKOMA NY

1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 4.6 miles

1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
Categories: BOHEMIA NY

325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C 4.7 miles

325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C
SELDEN, NY 11784
Categories: SELDEN NY

2 BROOKSITE DR 4.7 miles

2 BROOKSITE DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 5.4 miles

4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
Categories: HOLBROOK NY

1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1 5.4 miles

1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
Categories: BOHEMIA NY

1743 N OCEAN AVE 5.4 miles

1743 N OCEAN AVE
MEDFORD, NY 11763
Categories: MEDFORD NY

1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D 5.5 miles

1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D
MEDFORD, NY 11763
Categories: MEDFORD NY

1660 ROUTE 112 STE E 5.5 miles

1660 ROUTE 112 STE E
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
Categories: PORT JEFFERSON STATION NY

82 12TH AVE 5.9 miles

82 12TH AVE
HOLTSVILLE, NY 11742
Categories: HOLTSVILLE NY

1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor 6.1 miles

1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Categories: Port Jefferson Station NY

490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 6.1 miles

490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Categories: Hauppauge NY

1850 ROUTE 112 6.1 miles

1850 ROUTE 112
CORAM, NY 11727
Categories: CORAM NY

1 KINGS HWY 6.2 miles

1 KINGS HWY
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
Categories: HAUPPAUGE NY

5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314 6.4 miles

5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314
PORT JEFFERSON STATI, NY 11776
Categories: PORT JEFFERSON STATI NY

4830 SUNRISE HWY 6.6 miles

4830 SUNRISE HWY
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
Categories: SAYVILLE NY

37 BEACH AVE 6.7 miles

37 BEACH AVE
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
Categories: PORT JEFFERSON STATION NY

47 MOREWOOD DR 6.9 miles

47 MOREWOOD DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

17 HOWARD DR 7.0 miles

17 HOWARD DR
CORAM, NY 11727
Categories: CORAM NY

1647 ROUTE 112 7.1 miles

1647 ROUTE 112
MEDFORD, NY 11763
Categories: MEDFORD NY

146 WILLOW WOOD DR 7.7 miles

146 WILLOW WOOD DR
OAKDALE, NY 11769
Categories: OAKDALE NY

570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J 7.8 miles

570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J
Medford, NY 11763
Categories: Medford NY

160 MIDDLE RD 8.3 miles

160 MIDDLE RD
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
Categories: SAYVILLE NY

The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 8.5 miles

The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway
West Sayville, NY 11796
Categories: West Sayville NY

475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL 8.5 miles

475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Categories: PATCHOGUE NY

606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD 8.5 miles

606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953
Categories: MIDDLE ISLAND NY

18 TERRELL ST 8.6 miles

18 TERRELL ST
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Categories: PATCHOGUE NY

Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su 8.6 miles

Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su
East Patchogue, NY 11772
Categories: East Patchogue NY

2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 8.9 miles

2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200
COMMACK, NY 11725
Categories: COMMACK NY

2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 8.9 miles

2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102
Commack, NY 11725
Categories: Commack NY

333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D 9.1 miles

333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
Categories: SAYVILLE NY

765 ROUTE 25A 9.3 miles

765 ROUTE 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Categories: MILLER PLACE NY

6277 JERICHO TPKE 9.4 miles

6277 JERICHO TPKE
COMMACK, NY 11725
Categories: COMMACK NY

10A KEMP CT 9.6 miles

10A KEMP CT
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
Categories: EAST ISLIP NY

649 COMMACK RD 9.7 miles

649 COMMACK RD
COMMACK, NY 11725
Categories: COMMACK NY

8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D, 10.4 miles

8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D,
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Categories: Bay Shore NY

41 BRENTWOOD RD 10.6 miles

41 BRENTWOOD RD
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
Categories: BAY SHORE NY

9 HOWELLS RD 11.2 miles

9 HOWELLS RD
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
Categories: BAY SHORE NY

57 E MAIN ST 11.3 miles

57 E MAIN ST
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
Categories: BAY SHORE NY

320 LAUREL RD 11.9 miles

320 LAUREL RD
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
Categories: NORTHPORT NY

onsite for POH only 12.1 miles

onsite for POH only
Brightwaters, NY 11718
Categories: Brightwaters NY

1940 DEER PARK AVE 12.8 miles

1940 DEER PARK AVE
DEER PARK, NY 11729
Categories: DEER PARK NY

1350 Deer Park Ave, 13.3 miles

1350 Deer Park Ave,
North Babylon, NY 11703
Categories: North Babylon NY

On Site Only 13.7 miles

On Site Only
West Islip, NY 11795
Categories: West Islip NY

41 VERONICA LN 14.1 miles

41 VERONICA LN
NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703
Categories: NORTH BABYLON NY

175 E Main Street Suite 105, 15.0 miles

175 E Main Street Suite 105,
Huntington, NY 11743
Categories: Huntington NY

142 RALPH AVE 15.3 miles

142 RALPH AVE
BABYLON, NY 11702
Categories: BABYLON NY

21 E 23RD ST 15.4 miles

21 E 23RD ST
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
Categories: HUNTINGTON STATION NY

1445 NEW YORK AVE 15.5 miles

1445 NEW YORK AVE
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
Categories: HUNTINGTON STATION NY

315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 15.7 miles

315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
Categories: HUNTINGTON STATION NY

PO Box 1693 15.8 miles

PO Box 1693
West Babylon, NY 11704
Categories: West Babylon NY

2 CEDARTREE LN 15.9 miles

2 CEDARTREE LN
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
Categories: HUNTINGTON STATION NY

On Site Only 15.9 miles

On Site Only
Babylon, NY 11702
Categories: Babylon NY

6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8 16.0 miles

6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8
Wading River, NY 11792
Categories: Wading River NY

500 West Main Street, 16.3 miles

500 West Main Street,
Babylon, NY 11702
Categories: Babylon NY

625 MAIN ST 16.6 miles

625 MAIN ST
CENTER MORICHES, NY 11934
Categories: CENTER MORICHES NY

617 A MONTAUK HWY 16.7 miles

617 A MONTAUK HWY
CENTER MORICHES, NY 11934
Categories: CENTER MORICHES NY

656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A 17.5 miles

656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
Categories: LINDENHURST NY

910 ROUTE 109 17.6 miles

910 ROUTE 109
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
Categories: LINDENHURST NY

184 S 1ST ST 17.8 miles

184 S 1ST ST
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
Categories: LINDENHURST NY

51 Walnut Ave E 18.5 miles

51 Walnut Ave E
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Categories: Farmingdale NY

4 MIRIAM LN 18.9 miles

4 MIRIAM LN
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
Categories: PLAINVIEW NY

1117 OLD COUNTRY RD 19.1 miles

1117 OLD COUNTRY RD
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
Categories: PLAINVIEW NY

100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 19.3 miles

100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
Categories: PLAINVIEW NY

146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 19.4 miles

146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101
Plainview, NY 11803
Categories: Plainview NY

4 ROBIN CT 19.4 miles

4 ROBIN CT
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
Categories: FARMINGDALE NY

618 Broadway 19.5 miles

618 Broadway
Amityville, NY 11701
Categories: Amityville NY

365 BROADWAY 19.7 miles

365 BROADWAY
AMITYVILLE, NY 11701
Categories: AMITYVILLE NY

21 EASTPORT MANOR RD 20.0 miles

21 EASTPORT MANOR RD
EASTPORT, NY 11941
Categories: EASTPORT NY

87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 20.1 miles

87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1
SYOSSET, NY 11791
Categories: SYOSSET NY

4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 20.3 miles

4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
Categories: FARMINGDALE NY

180 10TH ST 20.9 miles

180 10TH ST
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
Categories: BETHPAGE NY

4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 21.0 miles

4276 Hempstead Turnpike,
Bethpage, NY 11714
Categories: Bethpage NY

4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100 21.1 miles

4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
Categories: BETHPAGE NY

4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 21.4 miles

4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
Categories: Massapequa Park NY

100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 21.8 miles

100 E OLD COUNTRY RD
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
Categories: HICKSVILLE NY

55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 21.9 miles

55 E OLD COUNTRY RD
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
Categories: HICKSVILLE NY

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1, 21.9 miles

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1,
Stratford, CT 6615
Categories: Stratford CT

161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751 22.0 miles

161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751
STRATFORD, CT 6615
Categories: STRATFORD CT

60 WATSON BLVD 22.1 miles

60 WATSON BLVD
STRATFORD, CT 6615
Categories: STRATFORD CT

120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 22.1 miles

120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
Categories: HICKSVILLE NY

74 Commerce Drive, Suite 2 22.2 miles

74 Commerce Drive, Suite 2
Riverhead, NY 11901
Categories: Riverhead NY

47 COMMERCE AVE 22.2 miles

47 COMMERCE AVE
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 22.6 miles

3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
Categories: LEVITTOWN NY

3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 22.8 miles

3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
Categories: LEVITTOWN NY

501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103 22.8 miles

501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103
FAIRFIELD, CT 6825
Categories: FAIRFIELD CT

3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 23.2 miles

3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
Categories: LEVITTOWN NY

226 MILL HILL AVE 23.4 miles

226 MILL HILL AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 23.6 miles

1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102
WANTAGH, NY 11793
Categories: WANTAGH NY

1918 Black Rock Turnpike 23.7 miles

1918 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 6825
Categories: Fairfield CT

230 W MAIN ST 23.9 miles

230 W MAIN ST
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

887 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE C 23.9 miles

887 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE C
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

1040 BARNUM AVE 23.9 miles

1040 BARNUM AVE
STRATFORD, CT 6614
Categories: STRATFORD CT

484 POST RD 24.2 miles

484 POST RD
DARIEN, CT 6820
Categories: DARIEN CT

557 Post Rd, 24.2 miles

557 Post Rd,
Darien, CT 6820
Categories: Darien CT

161 BOSTON AVE 24.4 miles

161 BOSTON AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

2982 MERRICK RD 24.8 miles

2982 MERRICK RD
BELLMORE, NY 11710
Categories: BELLMORE NY

877 E MAIN ST 24.8 miles

877 E MAIN ST
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

170 OLD COUNTRY RD 24.9 miles

170 OLD COUNTRY RD
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

1228 E Main St 24.9 miles

1228 E Main St
Riverhead, NY 11901
Categories: Riverhead NY

1620 FRONT ST 25.0 miles

1620 FRONT ST
EAST MEADOW, NY 11554
Categories: EAST MEADOW NY

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How to schedule a drug or alcohol test in Lake Grove, NY?

  • Call our local Lake Grove, NY scheduling department at (800) 221-4291
  • Schedule online 24/7 (click here) and receive your registration confirmation by email

Workplace Drug Testing in Lake Grove, New York

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 Lake Grove.

Employers will see the following benefits of being a Lake Grove, NY 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 Lake Grove, 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 Lake Grove, NY

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 Lake Grove, NY

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

Alcohol Testing in Lake Grove, NY

We provide alcohol testing which is available in urine, hair, blood, and breath alcohol in the Lake Grove 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 Lake Grove 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.

Lake Grove, NY Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 11,155 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +8.8%

Population (male): 5,593

Population (female): 5,562

Median Age: 41.0 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,820.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lake Grove: 151.4 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 5.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (4.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 3.4% for Black residents, 1.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 4.1% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of New York and other state lists, there were 4 registered sex offenders living in Lake Grove, New York as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Lake Grove is 2,791 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is mu

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (32.2%), Irish (8.9%), American (5.6%), German (5.3%), Egyptian (3.8%), Polish (1.9%).

Elevation: 119 feet

Land Area: 2.98 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 11755

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $103,913 (it was $67,174 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $44,615 (it was $26,321 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $403,961 (it was $189,300 in 2000) Lake Grove:$403,961NY:$314,500

Races:
      White alone - 9,205 - 82.5%
      Hispanic - 866 - 7.8%
      Asian alone - 737 - 6.6%
      Black alone - 215 - 1.9%
      Two or more races - 103 - 0.9%
      Other race alone - 21 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 16 - 0.1%

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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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