Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Columbia, MD
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Columbia, MD and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 2.5 miles
Ellicott City, MD 21043
11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 3.0 miles
Columbia, MD 21044
9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE 3.4 miles
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
6656 DOBBIN RD 3.8 miles
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
6785 Business Pkwy 5.5 miles
Elkridge, MD 21075
7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 5.6 miles
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51 6.5 miles
Catonsville, MD 21228
5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9, 7.3 miles
Baltimore, MD 21229
5822 OAKLAND RD 7.8 miles
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
8768 SUSINI DR 7.9 miles
LAUREL, MD 20723
4807 BENSON AVE 8.2 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
1419 KNECHT AVE 8.4 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102, 8.8 miles
Randallstown, MD 21133
701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 9.0 miles
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
On-site ONLY 9.8 miles
LAUREL, MD 20724
2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225 9.9 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206, 10.1 miles
Baltimore, MD 21216
3676 Alpen Greenway 10.4 miles
Burtonsville, MD 20866
P. O. BOX 376 10.4 miles
LAUREL, MD 20725
2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54 11.0 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21215
1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A 11.5 miles
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 11.6 miles
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115 11.8 miles
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120 11.9 miles
Owings Mills, MD 21117
1812 BOLTON ST APT 3 12.2 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21217
13823 OUTLET DR 12.3 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
1650 UNION AVE 12.3 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 12.3 miles
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101 12.4 miles
Eldersburg, MD 21784
726 LIGHT ST 12.4 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
100 S CHARLES ST STE 150 12.5 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 12.5 miles
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
4419 FALLS RD STE D 12.8 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 13.0 miles
OLNEY, MD 20832
1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102 13.1 miles
ELDERSBURG, MD 21784
2901 SAINT PAUL ST 13.3 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21218
200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 13.7 miles
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
11722 REISTERSTOWN RD 14.2 miles
REISTERSTOWN, MD 21136
1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL 14.7 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
4729 SELLMAN RD 14.7 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170 14.8 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 14.9 miles
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
10452 BALTIMORE AVE 15.4 miles
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
7801 YORK RD STE 360 16.3 miles
TOWSON, MD 21204
1833 PORTAL ST 16.4 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
301 WATERSVILLE RD 16.5 miles
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109 17.0 miles
TOWSON, MD 21286
7933 BELLE POINT DR 17.0 miles
GREENBELT, MD 20770
1205 York Rd Ste 15a, 17.1 miles
Lutherville, MD 21093
1407 YORK RD STE 311 17.2 miles
LUTHERVILLE, MD 21093
6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 17.2 miles
College Park, MD 20740
1830 YORK RD STE F 17.6 miles
TIMONIUM, MD 21093
10117 PALAMAR DR 17.6 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 18.1 miles
WHEATON, MD 20902
1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3 18.1 miles
DUNDALK, MD 21222
1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2 18.1 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515 18.5 miles
TOWSON, MD 21286
8101 PULASKI HWY STE H 18.5 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
3708 MOUNTAIN RD 18.6 miles
PASADENA, MD 21122
1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore 18.6 miles
Baltimore, MD 21222
9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 18.9 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204 19.1 miles
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 19.2 miles
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G 19.3 miles
SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146
10 WARREN RD, STE 260 19.4 miles
COCKEYSVILLE, MD 21030
8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 20.0 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
8945 N WESTLAND DR 20.1 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 20.1 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 20.1 miles
LANHAM, MD 20706
1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 20.1 miles
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
803 RUSSELL AVE 20.7 miles
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201 20.9 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 20.9 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
3510 HEIDI LN 20.9 miles
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212, 20.9 miles
Baltimore, MD 21237
9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108 20.9 miles
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 21.1 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 21.3 miles
Bowie, MD 20716
9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 21.4 miles
Rockville, MD 20850
8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 22.0 miles
BETHESDA, MD 20814
3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 22.1 miles
BOWIE, MD 20716
920 VARNUM ST NE 22.2 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 22.2 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205, 22.2 miles
Germantown, MD 20876
14237 Jarrettsville Pike Choice One UC Phoenix 22.6 miles
Phoenix, MD 21131
844 WASHINGTON RD, STE 203 22.9 miles
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308 23.0 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
826 WASHINGTON RD 23.0 miles
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR 23.0 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD 23.1 miles
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
11947 WINGED FOOT CT 23.2 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
820 Bestgate Rd, 23.4 miles
Annapolis, MD 21401
3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 23.5 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
222 Washington Road, 23.6 miles
Westminster, MD 21157
12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F 23.6 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
226 WASHINGTON HTS MED CTR A 23.6 miles
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 23.7 miles
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 24.0 miles
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 24.2 miles
LANDOVER, MD 20785
PO BOX 59815 24.2 miles
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 24.2 miles
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 24.2 miles
LARGO, MD 20774
4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 24.3 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
911 U ST NW 24.5 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
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 Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD 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: Columbia, Maryland
Columbia is a census-designated place in Howard County, Maryland, United States, and is one of the principal cities of the Baltimore metropolitan area and the Washington metropolitan area. It is a planned community consisting of 10 self-contained villages. It began with the idea that a city could enhance its residents' quality of life. Creator and developer James W. Rouse saw the new community in terms of human values, rather than merely economics and engineering. Opened in 1967, Columbia was intended to not only eliminate the inconveniences of then-current subdivision design, but also eliminate racial, religious and class segregation.[citation needed]
Columbia proper consists only of that territory governed by the Columbia Association, but larger areas are included under its name by the U.S. Postal Service and the Census Bureau. These include several other communities which predate Columbia, including Simpsonville, Atholton, and in the case of the census, part of Clarksville. The census-designated place had a population of 99,615 at the 2010 United States Census. It is the second most populous community in Maryland after Baltimore. More recent estimates by the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey put the population at approximately 103,467 as of 2015.
Columbia was founded by James W. Rouse (1914-1996), a native of Easton, Maryland. In 1935, Rouse obtained a job in Baltimore with the Federal Housing Administration, a New Deal agency whose purpose was to promote home ownership and home construction. This position exposed Rouse to all phases of the housing industry. Later in the 1930s he co-founded a Baltimore mortgage banking business. In the 1950s his company, by then known as James W. Rouse and Company, branched out into developing shopping centers and malls. In 1957 Rouse formed Community Research and Development, Inc. (CRD) for the purpose of building, owning and operating shopping centers throughout the country. Community Research and Development, Inc., which was managed by James W. Rouse and Company, became a publicly traded company in 1961. In 1966, Community Research and Development, Inc. changed its name to The Rouse Company, after it had acquired James W. Rouse and Company in exchange for company stock.