Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Acton, MA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Acton, MA and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
7 DEANE ST 3.6 miles
MAYNARD, MA 1754
39 Village Square, 8.9 miles
Chelmsford, MA 1824
5 WINTER ST 9.4 miles
HUDSON, MA 1749
200 GROTON RD 9.5 miles
AYER, MA 1432
510 BOSTON RD 9.8 miles
BILLERICA, MA 1821
221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 9.9 miles
Billerica, MA 1862
58 BEDFORD ST 10.3 miles
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
35 BEDFORD ST 10.3 miles
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 10.4 miles
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
48 HAMILTON AVE 10.6 miles
BILLERICA, MA 1821
7 FRANCINE RD 10.8 miles
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
157 UNION ST 10.9 miles
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
157 UNION ST 10.9 miles
MARLBORO, MA 1752
90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 11.1 miles
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
1030 MAIN ST 11.9 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2451
9 HOPE AVE 12.3 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2453
51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 12.3 miles
Waltham, MA 2453
70 HOPE AVE APT 409 12.4 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2453
42 BOSTON POST RD W 12.6 miles
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
700 Rogers Street, 12.7 miles
Lowell, MA 1854
345 MAIN ST 12.8 miles
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
1 HOSPITAL DR 13.0 miles
LOWELL, MA 1852
50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 13.0 miles
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
28 Newton St 13.1 miles
Southboro, MA 1772
190 N MAIN ST 13.3 miles
NATICK, MA 1760
61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 14.0 miles
Framingham, MA 1702
1 MARINA PARK DR. 14.1 miles
WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
POH on-site only 14.2 miles
WOBURN, MA 1801
Onsite Only 14.2 miles
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 14.5 miles
NATICK, MA 1760
41 CARLETON RD 15.0 miles
BELMONT, MA 2478
66B CONCORD ST 15.1 miles
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 15.7 miles
NASHUA, NH 3060
725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 15.7 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 15.7 miles
WOBURN, MA 1801
600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 15.7 miles
Woburn, MA 1801
435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 16.0 miles
Leominster, MA 1453
376 Arsenal Street 16.1 miles
Watertown, MA 2472
1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 16.2 miles
NEWTON CENTER, MA 2459
601 Concord Ave 16.3 miles
Cambridge, MA 2138
424 CENTRAL ST 16.5 miles
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
922 HIGHLAND AVE 16.7 miles
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
37 MANNING ST 16.9 miles
MEDFORD, MA 2155
16 Main Street 16.9 miles
Stoneham, MA 2180
92 HIGH ST 16.9 miles
MEDFORD, MA 2155
736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 17.0 miles
BRIGHTON, MA 2135
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 17.1 miles
STONEHAM, MA 2180
286 NEHOIDEN ST 17.1 miles
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
20 S BORDER RD 17.2 miles
MEDFORD, MA 2155
60 HOSPITAL RD 17.2 miles
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
148 CHESTNUT ST 17.5 miles
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
52 BOW ST 17.5 miles
STONEHAM, MA 2180
12 EVERETT ST 17.6 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 17.7 miles
BEVERLY, MA 1915
124 WESTERN AVE 17.8 miles
ALLSTON, MA 2134
114 WESTERN AVE 17.8 miles
ALLSTON, MA 2134
P.O. Box 546 17.8 miles
Andover, MA 1810
16 WESTWOOD RD 18.0 miles
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
10 CAMBRIA ST 18.1 miles
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
333 SW Cutoff Suite 202 18.1 miles
Northborough, MA 1532
17 MAIN ST APT 2A 18.3 miles
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 18.4 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
166 KINSLEY ST STE 203 18.5 miles
NASHUA, NH 3060
358 HARVARD ST 18.5 miles
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202 18.5 miles
NASHUA, NH 3062
1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 18.6 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
300 Main St, 18.6 miles
Nashua, NH 3060
On-site only 18.6 miles
Wakefield, MA 1880
1285 Beacon St 18.8 miles
Brookline, MA 2446
219 CENTRE ST 18.8 miles
MALDEN, MA 2148
Onsite Only #1 18.8 miles
Cambridge, MA 2139
101 STATION LNDG 18.8 miles
MEDFORD, MA 2155
1 Branch St, 18.9 miles
Methuen, MA 1844
1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 18.9 miles
Brookline, MA 2446
5 MIDDLESEX AVE 19.0 miles
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 19.1 miles
Brookline, MA 2446
8 AUBURN ST 19.5 miles
NASHUA, NH 3064
319 Longwood Ave, 19.6 miles
Boston, MA 2115
125 PARKER HILL AVE 19.8 miles
BOSTON, MA 2120
14A BROAD ST 19.8 miles
NASHUA, NH 3064
1996 CENTRE ST 19.8 miles
WEST ROXBURY, MA 2132
138 Haverhill St, 20.0 miles
Andover, MA 1810
98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 20.4 miles
BOSTON, MA 2114
850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 21.0 miles
BOSTON, MA 2118
200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203 21.1 miles
DEDHAM, MA 2026
370 PROVIDENCE HWY 21.1 miles
DEDHAM, MA 2026
101 ARCH ST STE 20 21.1 miles
BOSTON, MA 2110
1 GENERAL ST 21.2 miles
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
371 BROADWAY 21.2 miles
SAUGUS, MA 1906
60 EAST ST STE 1400 21.3 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
630 PLANTATION ST 21.4 miles
WORCESTER, MA 1605
200 SUTTON ST STE 135 21.7 miles
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 21.9 miles
Salem, NH 3079
1 HARBORSIDE DR 22.0 miles
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
31 STILES RD STE 1300 22.0 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
500 Lincoln Street 22.0 miles
Worcester, MA 1605
25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 22.2 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
352 BELMONT ST 22.4 miles
WORCESTER, MA 1604
490 SHREWSBURY ST 22.6 miles
WORCESTER, MA 1604
81B MAIN ST 22.8 miles
MEDWAY, MA 2053
159 N BROADWAY 23.1 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
156 SAINT ANDREW RD 23.2 miles
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
271 WESTERN AVE STE102 23.4 miles
LYNN, MA 1904
2100 DORCHESTER AVE 23.5 miles
DORCHESTER, MA 2124
380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 23.8 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 23.8 miles
PEABODY, MA 1960
411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 23.8 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level 23.9 miles
Worcester, MA 1608
49 RANGE RD STE 101 24.0 miles
WINDHAM, NH 3087
141 MASSASOIT RD 24.0 miles
WORCESTER, MA 1604
289 Main St, 24.0 miles
Salem, NH 3079
199 REEDSDALE RD 24.2 miles
MILTON, MA 2186
415 MAIN ST 24.2 miles
WORCESTER, MA 1608
92 HIGHLAND ST 24.3 miles
MILTON, MA 2186
52 CREST AVE STE 7A 24.4 miles
WINTHROP, MA 2152
101 ACCESS RD STE 1B 24.5 miles
NORWOOD, MA 2062
115 WATER ST 2ND FL 24.5 miles
MILFORD, MA 1757
9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2 24.6 miles
WINTHROP, MA 2152
38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E 24.8 miles
NORWOOD, MA 2062
255 PARK AVE STE 400 24.9 miles
WORCESTER, MA 1609
335 Morse St, 1st Floor, 24.9 miles
Norwood, MA 2062
Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.
Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Acton, MA testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.
Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.
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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available
Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.
Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.
The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.
Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.
The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.
A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.
In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.
US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).
Additional DOT services include:
- -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
- -DOT Supervisor Training
- -MVR Reports
- -DOT Drug Policy Development
- -DOT Physicals
- -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing
Our Acton, MA testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.
The Opioid Overdose Crisis
Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.
- Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
- Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
- An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
- About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
- Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
- The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
- Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.
In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)
Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Acton, MA drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.
Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Acton, MA testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.
Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Acton, MA and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.
On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.
Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.
Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.
DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- 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 specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.
Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers
Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.
Types of Tests Conducted
- Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
- Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
- Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.
What to Expect at a Collection Center
- Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
- Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
- Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.
Importance of Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.
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Local Area Info: Acton, Massachusetts
Acton is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States, approximately twenty-one miles west-northwest of Boston along Route 2 west of Concord and about ten miles (16 km) southwest of Lowell. The population was 21,929 at the 2010 census. It is bordered by Westford and Littleton to the north, Concord and Carlisle to the east, Stow, Maynard, and Sudbury to the south and Boxborough to the west. Acton became an incorporated town in 1735. The town employs the Open Town Meeting form of government with a Town Manager and an elected, five-member Board of Selectmen. Acton was named the 11th Best Place To Live among small towns in the country by Money Magazine in 2015, and the 16th best in 2009 and in 2011. The local high school, Acton-Boxborough Regional High School, was named a Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education in 2009. In 2012, U.S. News & World Report ranked Acton-Boxborough #3 among open enrollment high schools and #7 overall for STEM education in the United States.
Acton is located at 42°29?N 71°27?W? / ?42.483°N 71.450°W? / 42.483; -71.450. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 20.3 square miles (53 km2), of which 20.0 square miles (52 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km2), or 1.53 percent, is water. Almost all of Acton is forested, except for where it has been cleared for residential or agricultural use. Some forested areas have been put aside for special use by corporations.
The current geography of Acton was created when the last wave of glaciers retreated approximately ten thousand years ago. Acton has nine drumlins — hills which are composed of glacial till. In addition, Wills Hole and Grassy Pond are kettle ponds which were formed in depressions in the till formed by large blocks of ice.