Cornelius, NC Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 14,686

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Cornelius: 93.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (4.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 19.8% for Black residents, 3.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 4.1% for other race residents, 8.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of North Carolina and other state lists, there were 9 registered sex offenders living in Cornelius, North Carolina as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Cornelius is 3,177 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this

Land Area: 8.46 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 21,178 - 85.2%
      Black alone - 1,408 - 5.7%
      Hispanic - 1,327 - 5.3%
      Asian alone - 554 - 2.2%
      Two or more races - 304 - 1.2%
      American Indian alone - 66 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 21 - 0.08%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 8 - 0.03%

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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, Cornelius, NC

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Cornelius, 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.

9816 SAM FURR RD 3.1 miles

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

16511 NORTHCROSS DR STE A 3.3 miles

16511 NORTHCROSS DR STE A
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
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16455 STATESVILLE RD 3.3 miles

16455 STATESVILLE RD
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
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9718A SAM FURR RD 3.5 miles

9718A SAM FURR RD
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
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171 FAIRVIEW RD 4.2 miles

171 FAIRVIEW RD
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
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134 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 102 4.4 miles

134 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 102
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
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157 PROFESSIONAL PARK DR STE A 4.9 miles

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

14330 OAKHILL PARK LN #125 5.3 miles

14330 OAKHILL PARK LN #125
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
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14231 MARKET SQUARE DR STE C2 5.4 miles

14231 MARKET SQUARE DR STE C2
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
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201 HUNTERSVILLE CONCORD RD 5.6 miles

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

357 WILLIAMSON RD 6.7 miles

357 WILLIAMSON RD
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
Categories: MOORESVILLE NC

107 COMMONS DR STE J 7.2 miles

107 COMMONS DR STE J
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
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128 E PLAZA DR STE 3 7.2 miles

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

125 DAYS INN DR 7.5 miles

125 DAYS INN DR
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
Categories: MOORESVILLE NC

119 POPLAR POINTE DR STE H-1 7.9 miles

119 POPLAR POINTE DR STE H-1
MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
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772 N BROAD ST 8.2 miles

772 N BROAD ST
MOORESVILLE, NC 28115
Categories: MOORESVILLE NC

1585 FORNEY CREEK PKWY 8.9 miles

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

5435 PROSPERITY CHURCH RD STE 100 9.2 miles

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

2266 N HIGHWAY 16 9.2 miles

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

10616 METROMONT PKWY STE 102 9.3 miles

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

294 N HIGHWAY 16 9.3 miles

294 N HIGHWAY 16
DENVER, NC 28037
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7004 SMITH CORNERS BLVD STE A 9.6 miles

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

9200 HARRIS CORNERS PKWY STE K 9.7 miles

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

10806 REAMES RD STE I 9.8 miles

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

8520 PIT STOP CT NW STE 30 10.8 miles

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

5031G W WT HARRIS BLVD 10.8 miles

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

2728 W MALLARD CREEK CHURCH RD STE 300 11.3 miles

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

391 GEORGE W LILES PKWY NW 11.6 miles

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

10210 COULOAK DR STE E 12.2 miles

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

8310 MEDICAL PLAZA DR STE G 12.4 miles

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

2533 PENNINGER CIR 12.8 miles

2533 PENNINGER CIR
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
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8500 ANDREW CARNEGIE BLVD 12.8 miles

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

2407 DERITA AVE 13.6 miles

2407 DERITA AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
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6111 RUMPLE RD 13.6 miles

6111 RUMPLE RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

8800 N TRYON ST 13.9 miles

8800 N TRYON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
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888 CHURCH ST N 14.9 miles

888 CHURCH ST N
CONCORD, NC 28025
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478 COPPERFIELD BLVD 15.2 miles

478 COPPERFIELD BLVD
CONCORD, NC 28025
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1090 NE GATEWAY CT NE STE 201 15.3 miles

1090 NE GATEWAY CT NE STE 201
CONCORD, NC 28025
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1090 NE GATEWAY CT NE STE 202 15.3 miles

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

681 CABARRUS AVE W 15.7 miles

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

2628 STATESVILLE AVE 16.0 miles

2628 STATESVILLE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28206
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5736 N TRYON ST STE 226-C 16.3 miles

5736 N TRYON ST STE 226-C
CHARLOTTE, NC 28213
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402 E SUGAR CREEK RD 16.3 miles

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

5410 N TRYON ST 16.4 miles

5410 N TRYON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28213
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4415 HIGHWAY 49 S 16.4 miles

4415 HIGHWAY 49 S
HARRISBURG, NC 28075
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4221 TUCKASEEGEE RD 16.9 miles

4221 TUCKASEEGEE RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28208
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3250 WILKINSON BLVD UNIT I 18.2 miles

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

4016 WILKINSON BLVD STE C 18.2 miles

4016 WILKINSON BLVD STE C
CHARLOTTE, NC 28208
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1100 S MINT ST STE 115 18.2 miles

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

801 BAXTER ST 18.7 miles

801 BAXTER ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28202
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

1614 SOUTH BLVD 18.9 miles

1614 SOUTH BLVD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28203
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

1918 RANDOLPH RD Ste 175 19.2 miles

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

1928 RANDOLPH RD STE 109 19.3 miles

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

820 EAST BLVD STE 818 19.4 miles

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

5717 ALBEMARLE RD 20.5 miles

5717 ALBEMARLE RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28212
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

REMIT ONLY: P.O. BOX 601591 20.6 miles

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

3541 Randolph Rd Ste 110, 20.7 miles

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

4600 HOLBROOK DR 20.8 miles

4600 HOLBROOK DR
CHARLOTTE, NC 28212
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

1503 E BROAD ST 21.0 miles

1503 E BROAD ST
STATESVILLE, NC 28625
Categories: STATESVILLE NC

102 LINCOLN MEDICAL PARK 21.2 miles

102 LINCOLN MEDICAL PARK
LINCOLNTON, NC 28092
Categories: LINCOLNTON NC

6101 IDLEWILD RD 21.6 miles

6101 IDLEWILD RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28212
Categories: CHARLOTTE NC

853 S LAUREL ST 21.6 miles

853 S LAUREL ST
LINCOLNTON, NC 28092
Categories: LINCOLNTON NC

557 BROOKDALE DR 21.6 miles

557 BROOKDALE DR
STATESVILLE, NC 28677
Categories: STATESVILLE NC

640 SUMMIT CROSSING PL STE 206 21.7 miles

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

6407 IDLEWILD RD STE 211 21.8 miles

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

2117 SIMONTON RD STE 101 21.8 miles

2117 SIMONTON RD STE 101
STATESVILLE, NC 28625
Categories: STATESVILLE NC

231 S SHARON AMITY RD 21.8 miles

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

611 SULLIVAN RD 21.8 miles

611 SULLIVAN RD
STATESVILLE, NC 28677
Categories: STATESVILLE NC

1414 FERN CREEK DR 21.9 miles

1414 FERN CREEK DR
STATESVILLE, NC 28625
Categories: STATESVILLE NC

1531 N ASPEN ST 21.9 miles

1531 N ASPEN ST
LINCOLNTON, NC 28092
Categories: LINCOLNTON NC

509 E MAIN ST 22.0 miles

509 E MAIN ST
LINCOLNTON, NC 28092
Categories: LINCOLNTON NC

603 COX RD 22.2 miles

603 COX RD
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Categories: GASTONIA NC

2555 COURT DR STE 120 GASTON PROFESSIONAL BLDG 22.5 miles

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

1105 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD SE 22.6 miles

1105 FAIRGROVE CHURCH RD SE
CONOVER, NC 28613
Categories: CONOVER NC

234 TURNERSBURG HWY 22.6 miles

234 TURNERSBURG HWY
STATESVILLE, NC 28625
Categories: STATESVILLE NC

224 S NEW HOPE RD STE F 22.8 miles

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

10545 BLAIR RD 22.8 miles

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

1357 KLUMAC RD 23.5 miles

1357 KLUMAC RD
SALISBURY, NC 28147
Categories: SALISBURY NC

PO Box 25902 23.5 miles

PO Box 25902
Raleigh, NC 28658
Categories: Raleigh NC

1904 JAKE ALEXANDER BLVD W STE 301 24.1 miles

1904 JAKE ALEXANDER BLVD W STE 301
SALISBURY, NC 28147
Categories: SALISBURY NC

1904 Jake Alexander Blvd Suite 301 24.1 miles

1904 Jake Alexander Blvd Suite 301
Salisbury, NC 28147
Categories: Salisbury NC

2136 AYRSLEY TOWN BLVD STE B 24.4 miles

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

8943 S TRYON ST UNIT K 24.6 miles

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

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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 Cornelius, 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)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Cornelius, 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 Cornelius, 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.

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

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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.

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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: Cornelius, North Carolina

Cornelius is located along Lake Norman in northern Mecklenburg County. The town is approximately located at 35°28?44?N 80°53?04?W? / ?35.478954°N 80.884532°W? / 35.478954; -80.884532 (35.478954, ?80.884532).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 12.1 square miles (31 km2), of which, 11.8 square miles (31 km2) of it is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km2) of it (3.20%) is water. Cornelius is one of three towns in Mecklenburg county north of Charlotte. Along with its sister towns – Davidson and Huntersville – Cornelius serves as a suburb to Charlotte, NC.

As of 2011[update], there were 23,000 households, and 3,374 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,415.5 people per square mile (546.2/km2). There were 5,716 housing units at an average density of 676.0 per square mile (260.9/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 91.65% White, 5.62% African American, 0.21% Native American, 1.24% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.50% from other races, and 0.74% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.79% of the population.

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Population (female): 14,686

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Cornelius: 93.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (4.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 19.8% for Black residents, 3.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 4.1% for other race residents, 8.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of North Carolina and other state lists, there were 9 registered sex offenders living in Cornelius, North Carolina as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Cornelius is 3,177 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this

Land Area: 8.46 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 21,178 - 85.2%
      Black alone - 1,408 - 5.7%
      Hispanic - 1,327 - 5.3%
      Asian alone - 554 - 2.2%
      Two or more races - 304 - 1.2%
      American Indian alone - 66 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 21 - 0.08%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 8 - 0.03%

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