Charlotte, NC Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 859,035 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (male): 413,738

Median Age: 34.4 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 12.4%

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (5.1%), German (3.9%), English (3.7%), Irish (3.3%), African (2.7%), Scotch-Irish (1.8%).

Elevation: 850 feet

Land Area: 242.3 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $61,350 (it was $46,975 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $37,300 (it was $26,823 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $215,500 (it was $131,500 in 2000) Charlotte:$215,500NC:$171,200

Goldribbon

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 Testing1 1 300x60

Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Charlotte, NC

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Charlotte, NC and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

1100 S MINT ST STE 115 0.7 miles

1100 S MINT ST STE 115
CHARLOTTE, NC 28203
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

801 BAXTER ST 0.8 miles

801 BAXTER ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28202
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

1614 SOUTH BLVD 1.2 miles

1614 SOUTH BLVD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28203
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

820 EAST BLVD STE 818 1.5 miles

820 EAST BLVD STE 818
CHARLOTTE, NC 28203
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

1918 RANDOLPH RD Ste 175 1.6 miles

1918 RANDOLPH RD Ste 175
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

1928 RANDOLPH RD STE 109 1.6 miles

1928 RANDOLPH RD STE 109
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

2628 STATESVILLE AVE 2.1 miles

2628 STATESVILLE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28206
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

REMIT ONLY: P.O. BOX 601591 2.7 miles

REMIT ONLY: P.O. BOX 601591
CHARLOTTE, NC 28260
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

3250 WILKINSON BLVD UNIT I 2.9 miles

3250 WILKINSON BLVD UNIT I
CHARLOTTE, NC 28208
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

4221 TUCKASEEGEE RD 3.2 miles

4221 TUCKASEEGEE RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28208
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

3541 Randolph Rd Ste 110, 3.2 miles

3541 Randolph Rd Ste 110,
Charlotte, NC 28211
Categories: Charlotte NC

402 E SUGAR CREEK RD 3.4 miles

402 E SUGAR CREEK RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28213
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

4016 WILKINSON BLVD STE C 3.7 miles

4016 WILKINSON BLVD STE C
CHARLOTTE, NC 28208
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

231 S SHARON AMITY RD 4.3 miles

231 S SHARON AMITY RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

5410 N TRYON ST 4.3 miles

5410 N TRYON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28213
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

5736 N TRYON ST STE 226-C 4.7 miles

5736 N TRYON ST STE 226-C
CHARLOTTE, NC 28213
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

4600 HOLBROOK DR 4.9 miles

4600 HOLBROOK DR
CHARLOTTE, NC 28212
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

2407 DERITA AVE 5.4 miles

2407 DERITA AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

6111 RUMPLE RD 5.4 miles

6111 RUMPLE RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

5717 ALBEMARLE RD 5.5 miles

5717 ALBEMARLE RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28212
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

6101 IDLEWILD RD 5.6 miles

6101 IDLEWILD RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28212
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

6407 IDLEWILD RD STE 211 5.8 miles

6407 IDLEWILD RD STE 211
CHARLOTTE, NC 28212
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

2533 PENNINGER CIR 6.7 miles

2533 PENNINGER CIR
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

5031G W WT HARRIS BLVD 7.5 miles

5031G W WT HARRIS BLVD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

8310 MEDICAL PLAZA DR STE G 7.5 miles

8310 MEDICAL PLAZA DR STE G
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

8800 N TRYON ST 7.8 miles

8800 N TRYON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

2136 AYRSLEY TOWN BLVD STE B 8.0 miles

2136 AYRSLEY TOWN BLVD STE B
CHARLOTTE, NC 28273
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

10806 REAMES RD STE I 8.2 miles

10806 REAMES RD STE I
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

8943 S TRYON ST UNIT K 8.2 miles

8943 S TRYON ST UNIT K
CHARLOTTE, NC 28273
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

9200 HARRIS CORNERS PKWY STE K 8.2 miles

9200 HARRIS CORNERS PKWY STE K
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

8500 ANDREW CARNEGIE BLVD 8.3 miles

8500 ANDREW CARNEGIE BLVD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

7004 SMITH CORNERS BLVD STE A 8.4 miles

7004 SMITH CORNERS BLVD STE A
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

378 CROMPTON ST 8.6 miles

378 CROMPTON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28273
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

9332 S TRYON ST 8.7 miles

9332 S TRYON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28273
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

10616 METROMONT PKWY STE 102 8.7 miles

10616 METROMONT PKWY STE 102
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

228 WESTINGHOUSE BLVD ste 111 8.9 miles

228 WESTINGHOUSE BLVD ste 111
CHARLOTTE, NC 28273
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

2728 W MALLARD CREEK CHURCH RD STE 300 9.0 miles

2728 W MALLARD CREEK CHURCH RD STE 300
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

9720 S TRYON ST 9.0 miles

9720 S TRYON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28273
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

10210 COULOAK DR STE E 9.1 miles

10210 COULOAK DR STE E
CHARLOTTE, NC 28216
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

7810 PROVIDENCE RD STE 102 9.1 miles

7810 PROVIDENCE RD STE 102
CHARLOTTE, NC 28226
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

10512 PARK RD STE 107 9.4 miles

10512 PARK RD STE 107
CHARLOTTE, NC 28210
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

9600 E INDEPENDENCE BLVD 9.6 miles

9600 E INDEPENDENCE BLVD
MATTHEWS, NC 28105
Categories: MATTHEWS NC

8318 PINEVILLE MATTHEWS RD STE 708 9.7 miles

8318 PINEVILLE MATTHEWS RD STE 708
CHARLOTTE, NC 28226
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

11111 CARMEL COMMONS BLVD STE 205 9.8 miles

11111 CARMEL COMMONS BLVD STE 205
CHARLOTTE, NC 28226
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

332 SAM NEWELL RD STE 1100 10.2 miles

332 SAM NEWELL RD STE 1100
MATTHEWS, NC 28105
Categories: MATTHEWS NC

5435 PROSPERITY CHURCH RD STE 100 10.3 miles

5435 PROSPERITY CHURCH RD STE 100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

1500 MATTHEWS TWNSHP PKWY#1147 10.4 miles

1500 MATTHEWS TWNSHP PKWY#1147
MATTHEWS, NC 28105
Categories: MATTHEWS NC

15830 JOHN J DELANEY DR STE 140 11.7 miles

15830 JOHN J DELANEY DR STE 140
CHARLOTTE, NC 28277
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

10545 BLAIR RD 11.9 miles

10545 BLAIR RD
MINT HILL, NC 28227
Categories: MINT HILL NC

14214 Ballantyne Lake Rd Ste 100 12.1 miles

14214 Ballantyne Lake Rd Ste 100
Charlotte, NC 28277
Categories: Charlotte NC

11840 Southmore Dr Suite 300 12.1 miles

11840 Southmore Dr Suite 300
Charlotte, NC 28277
Categories: Charlotte NC

8520 PIT STOP CT NW STE 30 12.2 miles

8520 PIT STOP CT NW STE 30
CONCORD, NC 28027
Categories: CONCORD NC

201 HUNTERSVILLE CONCORD RD 12.4 miles

201 HUNTERSVILLE CONCORD RD
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
Categories: HUNTERSVILLE NC

14231 MARKET SQUARE DR STE C2 12.6 miles

14231 MARKET SQUARE DR STE C2
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
Categories: HUNTERSVILLE NC

14330 OAKHILL PARK LN #125 12.7 miles

14330 OAKHILL PARK LN #125
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
Categories: HUNTERSVILLE NC

4415 HIGHWAY 49 S 12.7 miles

4415 HIGHWAY 49 S
HARRISBURG, NC 28075
Categories: HARRISBURG NC

9824 HIGHLANDS CROSSING DR 14.2 miles

9824 HIGHLANDS CROSSING DR
CHARLOTTE, NC 28277
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

16455 STATESVILLE RD 14.7 miles

16455 STATESVILLE RD
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
Categories: HUNTERSVILLE NC

16511 NORTHCROSS DR STE A 14.8 miles

16511 NORTHCROSS DR STE A
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
Categories: HUNTERSVILLE NC

9816 SAM FURR RD 14.9 miles

9816 SAM FURR RD
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
Categories: HUNTERSVILLE NC

2007 CRANSTON CROSSING PL 15.0 miles

2007 CRANSTON CROSSING PL
INDIAN TRAIL, NC 28079
Categories: INDIAN TRAIL NC

1690 HIGHWAY 160 W 15.2 miles

1690 HIGHWAY 160 W
FORT MILL, SC 29708
Categories: FORT MILL SC

9718A SAM FURR RD 15.3 miles

9718A SAM FURR RD
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
Categories: HUNTERSVILLE NC

3009 ENDERBURY DR 15.5 miles

3009 ENDERBURY DR
INDIAN TRAIL, NC 28079
Categories: INDIAN TRAIL NC

6030 W HIGHWAY 74 Ste. A 15.8 miles

6030 W HIGHWAY 74 Ste. A
INDIAN TRAIL, NC 28079
Categories: INDIAN TRAIL NC

502 SIXTH BAXTER XING 16.0 miles

502 SIXTH BAXTER XING
FORT MILL, SC 29708
Categories: FORT MILL SC

391 GEORGE W LILES PKWY NW 16.4 miles

391 GEORGE W LILES PKWY NW
CONCORD, NC 28027
Categories: CONCORD NC

603 COX RD 16.6 miles

603 COX RD
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Categories: GASTONIA NC

224 S NEW HOPE RD STE F 17.3 miles

224 S NEW HOPE RD STE F
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Categories: GASTONIA NC

640 SUMMIT CROSSING PL STE 206 17.3 miles

640 SUMMIT CROSSING PL STE 206
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Categories: GASTONIA NC

2555 COURT DR STE 120 GASTON PROFESSIONAL BLDG 17.4 miles

2555 COURT DR STE 120 GASTON PROFESSIONAL BLDG
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Categories: GASTONIA NC

681 CABARRUS AVE W 17.9 miles

681 CABARRUS AVE W
CONCORD, NC 28027
Categories: CONCORD NC

3680 ROBINWOOD RD 18.3 miles

3680 ROBINWOOD RD
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Categories: GASTONIA NC

12925 HIGHWAY 601 STE 300 18.4 miles

12925 HIGHWAY 601 STE 300
MIDLAND, NC 28107
Categories: MIDLAND NC

1393 CELANESE RD 19.3 miles

1393 CELANESE RD
ROCK HILL, SC 29732
Categories: ROCK HILL SC

1821 ROCKY RIVER RD N 19.6 miles

1821 ROCKY RIVER RD N
MONROE, NC 28110
Categories: MONROE NC

888 CHURCH ST N 19.7 miles

888 CHURCH ST N
CONCORD, NC 28025
Categories: CONCORD NC

4536 LANDMARK DR 19.8 miles

4536 LANDMARK DR
ROCK HILL, SC 29732
Categories: ROCK HILL SC

3016 OLD CHARLOTTE HWY STE C 20.2 miles

3016 OLD CHARLOTTE HWY STE C
MONROE, NC 28110
Categories: MONROE NC

2174 CHERRY RD 20.2 miles

2174 CHERRY RD
ROCK HILL, SC 29732
Categories: ROCK HILL SC

2460 INDIA HOOK RD STE 101 20.2 miles

2460 INDIA HOOK RD STE 101
ROCK HILL, SC 29732
Categories: ROCK HILL SC

478 COPPERFIELD BLVD 20.9 miles

478 COPPERFIELD BLVD
CONCORD, NC 28025
Categories: CONCORD NC

1585 FORNEY CREEK PKWY 21.0 miles

1585 FORNEY CREEK PKWY
DENVER, NC 28037
Categories: DENVER NC

1090 NE GATEWAY CT NE STE 201 21.2 miles

1090 NE GATEWAY CT NE STE 201
CONCORD, NC 28025
Categories: CONCORD NC

1090 NE GATEWAY CT NE STE 202 21.2 miles

1090 NE GATEWAY CT NE STE 202
CONCORD, NC 28025
Categories: CONCORD NC

2242 W ROOSEVELT BLVD 22.0 miles

2242 W ROOSEVELT BLVD
MONROE, NC 28110
Categories: MONROE NC

103 STANLY PKWY STE C 22.0 miles

103 STANLY PKWY STE C
LOCUST, NC 28097
Categories: LOCUST NC

1 MEDICAL PARK DR 22.0 miles

1 MEDICAL PARK DR
CHESTER, SC 29706
Categories: CHESTER SC

725 CHERRY RD STE 140 22.1 miles

725 CHERRY RD STE 140
ROCK HILL, SC 29732
Categories: ROCK HILL SC

171 FAIRVIEW RD 22.2 miles

171 FAIRVIEW RD
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
Categories: MOORESVILLE NC

134 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 102 22.3 miles

134 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 102
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
Categories: MOORESVILLE NC

2266 N HIGHWAY 16 22.8 miles

2266 N HIGHWAY 16
DENVER, NC 28037
Categories: DENVER NC

157 PROFESSIONAL PARK DR STE A 22.9 miles

157 PROFESSIONAL PARK DR STE A
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
Categories: MOORESVILLE NC

294 N HIGHWAY 16 23.0 miles

294 N HIGHWAY 16
DENVER, NC 28037
Categories: DENVER NC

357 WILLIAMSON RD 24.6 miles

357 WILLIAMSON RD
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
Categories: MOORESVILLE NC

128 E PLAZA DR STE 3 25.0 miles

128 E PLAZA DR STE 3
MOORESVILLE, NC 28115
Categories: MOORESVILLE NC

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 Charlotte, NC 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.

ScheduleButton CityPagesV2 300x88

Customer Service 197x300

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.



View all available drug testing services


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.


Drug Collector Training 300x200

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.

Hair Follicle Drug Screenings 300x225

DOT Services 300x168

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 Charlotte, NC 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)

Judge 300x168 300x168

Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC 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.

10 Panel ETG 300x167

Lacee Office 300x244

Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Charlotte, NC 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.

Mobile Drug Testing 1 300x86

Employees 300x168

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.

DNA Testing 3 300x200

ScheduleButton CityPagesV2 300x88

"When you need a test, choose the best!"

Alcohol Testing Charlotte, NC Services

(800)221-4291

For more information regarding the effects of drug abuse - Click Here

For more information on a drug free work place - Click Here

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 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

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

Local Area Info: Charlotte, North Carolina

Charlotte is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg County. In 2017, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population was 859,035, making it the 17th-most populous city in the United States. The Charlotte metropolitan area's population ranks 22nd in the U.S., and had a 2016 population of 2,474,314. The Charlotte metropolitan area is part of a sixteen-county market region or combined statistical area with a 2016 census-estimated population of 2,632,249.

Between 2004 and 2014, Charlotte was ranked as the country's fastest-growing metro area, with 888,000 new residents. Based on U.S. Census data from 2005 to 2015, it tops the 50 largest U.S. cities as the millennial hub. It is the second-largest city in the southeastern United States, just behind Jacksonville, Florida. It is the third-fastest-growing major city in the United States. It is listed as a "gamma" global city by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network. Residents are referred to as "Charlotteans".

Charlotte is home to the corporate headquarters of Bank of America and the east coast operations of Wells Fargo, which along with other financial institutions has made it the second-largest banking center in the United States since 1995.

Show Regional Data

Population (total): Population in 2017: 859,035 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (male): 413,738

Median Age: 34.4 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 12.4%

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (5.1%), German (3.9%), English (3.7%), Irish (3.3%), African (2.7%), Scotch-Irish (1.8%).

Elevation: 850 feet

Land Area: 242.3 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $61,350 (it was $46,975 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $37,300 (it was $26,823 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $215,500 (it was $131,500 in 2000) Charlotte:$215,500NC:$171,200

(800) 221-4291