Converse, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 12,428

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Converse: 87.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (4.7%), American (4.0%), Irish (2.6%), English (2.6%), Italian (1.3%).

Elevation:

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 78109, 78148, 78233, 78239, 78244

Races:
      Hispanic - 9,240 - 41.4%
      White alone - 6,649 - 29.8%
      Black alone - 4,692 - 21.0%
      Two or more races - 1,145 - 5.1%
      Asian alone - 394 - 1.8%
      American Indian alone - 128 - 0.6%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 120 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 107 - 0.5%

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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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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Converse, TX

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

12602 TOEPPERWEIN RD STE 220 3.0 miles

12602 TOEPPERWEIN RD STE 220
LIVE OAK, TX 78233
Categories: LIVE OAK TX

12702 TOEPPERWEIN RD STE 120 3.1 miles

12702 TOEPPERWEIN RD STE 120
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78233
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

7110 FM 78 STE 110 3.6 miles

7110 FM 78 STE 110
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78244
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

6032 FM 3009 STE 120 3.8 miles

6032 FM 3009 STE 120
SCHERTZ, TX 78154
Categories: SCHERTZ TX

1264 FM 78 UNIT 115 3.8 miles

1264 FM 78 UNIT 115
SCHERTZ, TX 78154
Categories: SCHERTZ TX

5620 RANDOLPH BLVD 3.9 miles

5620 RANDOLPH BLVD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78233
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

6100 NE LOOP 410 4.9 miles

6100 NE LOOP 410
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78218
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

12650 NACOGDOCHES RD 5.7 miles

12650 NACOGDOCHES RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

6021 RITTIMAN PLZ 6.0 miles

6021 RITTIMAN PLZ
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78218
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

2957 LOTUS PARK 6.1 miles

2957 LOTUS PARK
SCHERTZ, TX 78154
Categories: SCHERTZ TX

6704 GUADA COMA DR 6.4 miles

6704 GUADA COMA DR
SCHERTZ, TX 78154
Categories: SCHERTZ TX

6170 IH 10 E BLDG 2 6.5 miles

6170 IH 10 E BLDG 2
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78219
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

8601 VILLAGE DR STE 202 6.7 miles

8601 VILLAGE DR STE 202
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

280 N INTERSTATE 35 STE 300 6.9 miles

280 N INTERSTATE 35 STE 300
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130
Categories: NEW BRAUNFELS TX

10200 BROADWAY ST STE 200 8.0 miles

10200 BROADWAY ST STE 200
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

1211 Austin Hwy Suite 110 8.1 miles

1211 Austin Hwy Suite 110
San Antonio, TX 78209
Categories: San Antonio TX

8522 BROADWAY ST STE 111 8.9 miles

8522 BROADWAY ST STE 111
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

Estes Express Terminal 427 Gembler Road 9.0 miles

Estes Express Terminal 427 Gembler Road
San Antonio, TX 78219
Categories: San Antonio TX

3453 N PANAM EXPY STE 110 9.0 miles

3453 N PANAM EXPY STE 110
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78219
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3453 N PANAM EXPY ste 120 9.0 miles

3453 N PANAM EXPY ste 120
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78219
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8223 BROADWAY ST 9.0 miles

8223 BROADWAY ST
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

431 ISOM RD STE 123 10.7 miles

431 ISOM RD STE 123
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78216
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

17700 SAN PEDRO AVE STE 300 10.9 miles

17700 SAN PEDRO AVE STE 300
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

1534 CONTOUR DR STE 102 11.1 miles

1534 CONTOUR DR STE 102
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78212
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

6521 SAN PEDRO AVE 11.1 miles

6521 SAN PEDRO AVE
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78216
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

19422 US HIGHWAY 281 N STE 106 11.5 miles

19422 US HIGHWAY 281 N STE 106
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78258
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

3859 E SOUTHCROSS BLVD STE H 11.7 miles

3859 E SOUTHCROSS BLVD STE H
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78222
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

1200 BROOKLYN AVE STE 165 11.8 miles

1200 BROOKLYN AVE STE 165
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78212
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

1303 Mccullough Ave Ste 136, 11.9 miles

1303 Mccullough Ave Ste 136,
San Antonio, TX 78212
Categories: San Antonio TX

18707 HARDY OAK BLVD, STE 560 11.9 miles

18707 HARDY OAK BLVD, STE 560
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78258
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

710 AUGUSTA ST 11.9 miles

710 AUGUSTA ST
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78215
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

400 E QUINCY ST 11.9 miles

400 E QUINCY ST
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78215
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

22906 US HIGHWAY 281 N STE 108 12.4 miles

22906 US HIGHWAY 281 N STE 108
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78258
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

343 W HOUSTON ST STE 308 12.6 miles

343 W HOUSTON ST STE 308
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78205
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

19016 STONE OAK PARKWAY #265 12.7 miles

19016 STONE OAK PARKWAY #265
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78258
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

4130 S NEW BRAUNFELS AVE STE 112 13.0 miles

4130 S NEW BRAUNFELS AVE STE 112
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78223
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

16755 HUEBNER RD 13.7 miles

16755 HUEBNER RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78248
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

3103 S.E. MILITARY DR STE 104 13.7 miles

3103 S.E. MILITARY DR STE 104
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78223
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

3355 CHERRY RIDGE ST STE 103B 13.9 miles

3355 CHERRY RIDGE ST STE 103B
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78230
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

166 Red Hawk Ridge 14.5 miles

166 Red Hawk Ridge
San Antonio, TX 78258
Categories: San Antonio TX

166 RED HAWK RDG 14.5 miles

166 RED HAWK RDG
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78258
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

2000 SE LOOP 410 STE 135 14.8 miles

2000 SE LOOP 410 STE 135
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78220
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

900 NE LOOP 410 STE D309 14.8 miles

900 NE LOOP 410 STE D309
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

7555 NW LOOP 410 Ste 114 14.8 miles

7555 NW LOOP 410 Ste 114
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78245
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

6420 NW LOOP 410 STE 102 14.8 miles

6420 NW LOOP 410 STE 102
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

5714 NW LOOP 410 STE 500 14.8 miles

5714 NW LOOP 410 STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

4241 WOODCOCK DR STE A125 15.3 miles

4241 WOODCOCK DR STE A125
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78228
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

4411 Medical Drive, Ste 170 15.4 miles

4411 Medical Drive, Ste 170
San Antonio, TX 78229
Categories: San Antonio TX

8042 WURZBACH RD STE 140 15.7 miles

8042 WURZBACH RD STE 140
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

2040 BABCOCK RD STE 101 15.9 miles

2040 BABCOCK RD STE 101
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

2040 BABCOCK RD STE 303 15.9 miles

2040 BABCOCK RD STE 303
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

12651 VANCE JACKSON RD STE 114 16.0 miles

12651 VANCE JACKSON RD STE 114
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78230
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

1329 W SAN ANTONIO ST 16.2 miles

1329 W SAN ANTONIO ST
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130
Categories: NEW BRAUNFELS TX

5282 MEDICAL DR STE 190 16.4 miles

5282 MEDICAL DR STE 190
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

2406 COMMERCIAL AVE STE 111 16.5 miles

2406 COMMERCIAL AVE STE 111
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78221
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

5222 DE ZAVALA RD STE 304 16.6 miles

5222 DE ZAVALA RD STE 304
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78249
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

14050 SOUTHTON RD STE 100 17.0 miles

14050 SOUTHTON RD STE 100
ELMENDORF, TX 78112
Categories: ELMENDORF TX

5720 BANDERA RD STE 14 17.2 miles

5720 BANDERA RD STE 14
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

3015 GENERAL HUDNELL DR 17.2 miles

3015 GENERAL HUDNELL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78226
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

12703 MOUNTAIN AIR STE 105 17.4 miles

12703 MOUNTAIN AIR STE 105
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78249
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

115 DUNCAN DR 17.4 miles

115 DUNCAN DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78226
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

4436 CULEBRA RD STE 3 17.4 miles

4436 CULEBRA RD STE 3
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78228
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

6100 Bandera Road, Suite 400 17.6 miles

6100 Bandera Road, Suite 400
San Antonio, TX 78238
Categories: San Antonio TX

6430 BANDERA RD STE 98 17.9 miles

6430 BANDERA RD STE 98
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

7400 BARLITE BLVD 17.9 miles

7400 BARLITE BLVD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78224
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

7390 BARLITE BLVD STE 135 17.9 miles

7390 BARLITE BLVD STE 135
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78224
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

6222 Deiavala #104 18.1 miles

6222 Deiavala #104
San Antonio, TX 78249
Categories: San Antonio TX

1659 W STATE HIGHWAY 46 STE 160 18.3 miles

1659 W STATE HIGHWAY 46 STE 160
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78132
Categories: NEW BRAUNFELS TX

9727 POTEET JOURDANTON FWY STE 101 19.0 miles

9727 POTEET JOURDANTON FWY STE 101
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78211
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

9727 POTEET JOURDANTON FWY STE 105 19.0 miles

9727 POTEET JOURDANTON FWY STE 105
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78211
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

1050 N IH 35 19.0 miles

1050 N IH 35
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130
Categories: NEW BRAUNFELS TX

965 N WALNUT AVE STE 500A 19.0 miles

965 N WALNUT AVE STE 500A
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130
Categories: NEW BRAUNFELS TX

32665 US Highway 281 N, Ste 204 19.1 miles

32665 US Highway 281 N, Ste 204
Bulverde, TX 78163
Categories: Bulverde TX

1528 COMMON ST STE 6 19.3 miles

1528 COMMON ST STE 6
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130
Categories: NEW BRAUNFELS TX

19750 STATE HIGHWAY 46 W STE 104 20.2 miles

19750 STATE HIGHWAY 46 W STE 104
SPRING BRANCH, TX 78070
Categories: SPRING BRANCH TX

9234 N LOOP 1604 W STE 110 21.2 miles

9234 N LOOP 1604 W STE 110
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78249
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

1215 E COURT ST 22.2 miles

1215 E COURT ST
SEGUIN, TX 78155
Categories: SEGUIN TX

1347 E Court St 22.3 miles

1347 E Court St
Seguin, TX 78155
Categories: Seguin TX

1375 E WALNUT ST 22.8 miles

1375 E WALNUT ST
SEGUIN, TX 78155
Categories: SEGUIN TX

3903 WISEMAN BLVD SUITE 219 23.0 miles

3903 WISEMAN BLVD SUITE 219
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78251
Categories: SAN ANTONIO TX

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 Converse, TX 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.

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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.


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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.

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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 Converse, TX 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)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Converse, TX 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 Converse, TX 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.

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

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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

  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: Converse, Texas

Converse is a city in Bexar County, Texas, United States, 15 miles (24 km) northeast of downtown San Antonio. As of the 2010 census, it had a population of 18,198. It is part of the San Antonio Metropolitan Statistical Area.

In 2017, Converse proposed the annexation of 12 mi2 of territory near Randolph Air Force Base in northeastern Bexar County. Several large commercial areas are included in the annexation. The additional land would be taken in a series of phased expansions until 2033. Once completed, the area of Converse would triple in size. Municipal services would become available to an often neglected part of the county. The San Antonio City Council has unanimously approved the annexation; now the measure goes before the Converse City Council and the county commissioners.

Converse is located in eastern Bexar County. The Charles W. Anderson Loop highway around San Antonio passes along the eastern edge of Converse, separating it from Randolph Air Force Base. Converse is bordered by the cities of Live Oak and Universal City to the north, the city of Schertz to the southeast, and the city of San Antonio and unincorporated parts of Bexar County to the south and west.

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Population (female): 12,428

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Converse: 87.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (4.7%), American (4.0%), Irish (2.6%), English (2.6%), Italian (1.3%).

Elevation:

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 78109, 78148, 78233, 78239, 78244

Races:
      Hispanic - 9,240 - 41.4%
      White alone - 6,649 - 29.8%
      Black alone - 4,692 - 21.0%
      Two or more races - 1,145 - 5.1%
      Asian alone - 394 - 1.8%
      American Indian alone - 128 - 0.6%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 120 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 107 - 0.5%

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