Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Hawthorne, CA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Hawthorne, CA and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
11633 HAWTHORNE BLVD #215 0.8 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
2301 W EL SEGUNDO BLVD 1.4 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
14619 PRAIRIE AVE 1.6 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
920 N NASH ST 2.2 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
390 N SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 1000 2.5 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
1700 E WALNUT AVE 2.7 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
4253 REDONDO BEACH BLVD 2.9 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
6033 W CENTURY BLVD STE 200 3.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
9601 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 3.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
1300 W 155TH ST STE 109 3.6 miles
GARDENA, CA 90247
8930 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 200 3.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8800 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 8 3.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8726 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 3.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 305, 4.6 miles
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
11152 S MAIN ST 4.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
15401 S MAIN ST 4.7 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
16630 S BROADWAY ST 4.9 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
5525 W SLAUSON AVE 5.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90056
1149 W 190TH ST 5.3 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
4101 TORRANCE BLVD 5.5 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
21320 HAWTHORNE BLVD STE 227 5.6 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
21081 S WESTERN AVE STE 150 6.1 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90501
12001 W WASHINGTON BLVD 6.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
20401 AVALON BLVD STE C 6.9 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
12212 W WASHINGTON BLVD 7.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
455 E CARSON PLAZA DR 7.0 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
5862 AVALON BLVD 7.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90003
23441 Madison St Ste 300, 7.2 miles
Torrance, CA 90505
2499 S WILMINGTON AVE 7.2 miles
COMPTON, CA 90220
3330 LOMITA BLVD 7.2 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
23441 MADISON ST.BLD8,STE 110 7.3 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
2231 S WESTERN AVE 8.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90018
3611 MLK Blvd STE 108 8.1 miles
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
3320 S HILL ST 8.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90007
5971 VENICE BLVD FL 4 8.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90034
6529 SEVILLE AVE 8.7 miles
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA 90255
19301 S SANTA FE AVE Ste 120 8.8 miles
COMPTON, CA 90221
23601 AVALON BLVD Ste 104 8.9 miles
CARSON, CA 90745
4580 PACIFIC BLVD 9.4 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
25965 NORMANDIE AVE FL 1 9.6 miles
HARBOR CITY, CA 90710
11560 W PICO BLVD 9.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90064
1907 E WASHINGTON BLVD 9.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90021
1400 S GRAND AVE STE 612 9.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
8512 Whitworth Dr 9.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90035
3851 S SOTO ST 10.0 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
3688 S Soto St 10.0 miles
Vernon, CA 90058
5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1802 10.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036
929 GEORGIA ST 10.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
8501 Wilshire Blvd Suite 305, 10.4 miles
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
1313 W 8TH ST ste 100 10.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
3545 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 325 10.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90010
7300 ALONDRA BLVD STE 108 10.6 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 5 10.6 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
2121 SANTA MONICA BLVD 10.7 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
1225 WILSHIRE BLVD 10.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203&204, 10.7 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90017
1250 16TH ST 10.8 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
110 N LA BREA AVE 10.9 miles
INGLEWOOD, CA 90301
420 E 3rd St Ste 802, 11.0 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90013
333 S HOPE ST STE C145 11.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90071
11645 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 830 11.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90025
2131 W 3RD ST Ste 4 11.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
8700 BEVERLY BLVD 11.2 miles
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
209-1 Takashiho Yomitan Village 11.2 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90403
169 S ALVARADO ST STE 101 11.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
16444 PARAMOUNT BLVD 11.3 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
16660 PARAMONT BLVD STE 102 11.3 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
132 S BEAUDRY AVE 11.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
124 N VIGNES ST 11.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
3364 E SLAUSON AVE 11.4 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
11611 SAN VICENTE BLVD 11.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
757 WESTWOOD PLZ 11.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90095
482 W WILLOW ST 11.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
2776 PACIFIC AVE 11.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
823 N BROADWAY 12.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
2476 S ATLANTIC BLVD 12.1 miles
COMMERCE, CA 90040
9353 IMPERIAL HWY GARDEN MEDICAL OFFICE,3RD FLOOR 12.2 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90242
2101 MAGNOLIA AVE 12.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
2750 ATLANTIC AVE 12.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
1300 N LA BREA AVE 12.3 miles
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90028
1253 VINE ST ste 19A 12.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90038
1360 W 6TH ST STE 190 12.5 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
1294 W 6th St Ste 206, 12.6 miles
San Pedro, CA 90731
1300 W 7TH ST 12.6 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE STE 408 12.8 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90241
5205 Lakewood Blvd 12.8 miles
Lakewood, CA 90712
5203 LAKEWOOD BLVD 12.8 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
1300 N VERMONT AVE 12.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
1250 PACIFIC AVE 13.0 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
3430 GARFIELD AVE 13.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
6538 TELEGRAPH RD 13.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 13.3 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 13.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 14.1 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
100 Oceangate, P245 14.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
On-site only 14.4 miles
Long Beach, CA 90802
1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 14.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1720 TERMINO AVE 14.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1526 N EDGEMONT ST FL 1 14.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 14.9 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
222 W EULALIA ST STE 101 15.5 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 15.7 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 16.0 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
801 S Chevy Chase Dr Ste 50, 16.5 miles
Glendale, CA 91205
801 S CHEVY CHASE DR 16.6 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91205
501 S BUENA VISTA ST 16.6 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
4312 Woodman Ave Ste 102 16.6 miles
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
432 W BROADWAY 16.7 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
2701 W ALAMEDA AVE STE 203 16.7 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
100 S RAYMOND AVE 16.9 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
230 N MARYLAND AVE STE 110 17.0 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 17.0 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
544 N GLENDALE AVE 17.6 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
221 E GLENOAKS BLVD STE 130 17.7 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91207
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 17.7 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
3413 W PACIFIC AVE 102 17.8 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 17.8 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 18.0 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 18.0 miles
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
940 E MAIN ST 18.5 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 18.6 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 18.6 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 18.7 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 18.7 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
50 ALESSANDRO PL. SUITE A10 18.8 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 18.8 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
11631 VICTORY BLVD STE 101 18.8 miles
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91606
3413 W PACIFIC AVE 18.8 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
6405 WILKINSON AVE 18.9 miles
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91606
100 W CALIFORNIA BLVD 19.0 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
416 W LAS TUNAS DR, STE 204 19.1 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
330 W. LAS TUNAS DR. STE 2 19.2 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
11432 VANOWEN ST 19.3 miles
N HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605
6410 VAN NUYS BLVD STE B 19.5 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91401
9350 FLAIR DR Ste 102 19.7 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 20.1 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 105 20.2 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91405
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 319 20.2 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91405
960 E GREEN ST, STE 164 20.3 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
12801 CROSSROADS PKWY S Ste 150 20.3 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
3144 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 205 20.5 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91733
1750 E COLORADO BLVD 20.9 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
18646 OXNARD ST 21.2 miles
TARZANA, CA 91356
16135 LEADWELL ST 21.3 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91406
13652 CANTARA ST 21.4 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
20301 VENTURA BLVD STE 105 21.6 miles
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 21.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
4500 RIVERVIEW AVE 21.9 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
14850 ROSCOE BLVD 21.9 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
8780 VAN NUYS BLVD BLDG C 22.3 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 22.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 22.5 miles
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
16300 ROSCOE BLVD STE 1A 22.5 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91406
12600 BEACH BLVD 22.7 miles
STANTON, CA 90680
13466 OSBORNE ST 22.9 miles
PACOIMA, CA 91331
117 E LIVE OAK AVE STE 101 22.9 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
5601 DE SOTO AVE BLDG 1 23.0 miles
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91367
15464 GOLDENWEST ST 23.2 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
9561 VAN NUYS BLVD 23.3 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
18250 Roscoe Blvd Ste 120, 23.4 miles
Northridge, CA 91325
16025 GALE AVE STE B10 23.4 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91745
7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 23.4 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 23.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
6325 TOPANGA CANYON BLVD #501 23.6 miles
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91367
56 E DUARTE RD 23.6 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 23.7 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 24.2 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
14148 FRANCISQUITO AVE 24.3 miles
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 24.3 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 24.4 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 24.7 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
10630 Sepulveda Blvd STE 100 24.8 miles
Mission Hills, CA 91345
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 Hawthorne, CA 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 Hawthorne, CA 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 Hawthorne, CA 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 Hawthorne, CA 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 Hawthorne, CA 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: Hawthorne, California
The city was founded in 1905 as the "Hawthorne Improvement Company" by B.L. Harding and H.D. Lombard. Harding's daughter shared her birthday—the 4th of July, American Independence Day—with New England author Nathaniel Hawthorne, and a decision was made to name the city after him.
To the north of Hawthorne is the unincorporated community of Lennox and the city of Inglewood. To the east is the unincorporated community of Athens and the city of Gardena. To the south is the unincorporated community of El Camino Village, and the cities of Lawndale and Redondo Beach. Manhattan Beach is at the southwest corner of Hawthorne. To the west is the city of El Segundo and the Los Angeles neighborhood of Westchester is to the northwest of Hawthorne. The unincorporated community of Del Aire is surrounded on three sides by the city of Hawthorne along western edge of Hawthorne.
The Century Freeway (Glenn Anderson Freeway, I-105) runs along the northern boundary of Hawthorne, with the LACMTA Green Line light rail line running down the center of the Century Freeway. The San Diego Freeway (I-405) runs along the western boundary of Hawthorne. Major east–west streets in Hawthorne include Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo Ave., and Imperial Highway. Major north–south street include Aviation Blvd., Inglewood Ave., Hawthorne Blvd., Prairie Ave., Crenshaw Blvd., and Van Ness Ave.