Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Hilldale, PA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Hilldale, PA and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
565 COAL VALLEY RD SOUTH HILLS MEDICAL BUILDING SUITE 502 4.0 miles
CLAIRTON, PA 15025
447 W Main Street, 4.0 miles
Monongahela, PA 15063
4918 STATE ROUTE 51 S 4.4 miles
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
1000 MCKEAN AVE 4.8 miles
DONORA, PA 15033
1163 COUNTRY CLUB RD 4.9 miles
MONONGAHELA, PA 15063
1200 Brooks Ln STE 100 5.5 miles
CLAIRTON, PA 15025
575 Coal Valley Road Suite 502 5.6 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
800 PLAZA DR STE 210 5.7 miles
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
695 CLAIRTON BLVD 5.9 miles
PLEASANT HILLS, PA 15236
2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall 7.1 miles
White Oak, PA 15131
751 PITTSBURGH MCKEESPORT BLVD 7.3 miles
DRAVOSBURG, PA 15034
1200 MCKEAN AVE STE 107 7.3 miles
CHARLEROI, PA 15022
275 CURRY HOLLOW RD, SUITE 160 7.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15236
1907 Lebanon Church Road, Suite 104 7.8 miles
West Mifflin, PA 15122
625 LINCOLN AVE STE 203 7.8 miles
NORTH CHARLEROI, PA 15022
860 ROSTRAVER RD 7.9 miles
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
760 Tri County Lane, Suite 104, 8.0 miles
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
3706 5TH AVE Ste 2 8.8 miles
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
12116 STATE ROUTE 30 9.5 miles
NORTH HUNTINGDON, PA 15642
11347 ROUTE 30 STE 3 9.5 miles
IRWIN, PA 15642
146 MOTOR DROME RD 9.5 miles
SMITHTON, PA 15479
2413 LYTLE RD 9.6 miles
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
5219 Library Road, Unit E9, South Park Shops 9.6 miles
Bethel Park, PA 15102
1951 LINCOLN HWY 9.7 miles
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
1474 ROUTE 51 9.8 miles
JEFFERSON HILLS, PA 15025
4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood 9.9 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD 9.9 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15227
905 SPRUCE ST 10.7 miles
IRWIN, PA 15642
207 W 7TH AVE 10.9 miles
HOMESTEAD, PA 15120
1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA 11.0 miles
Bethel Park, PA 15102
8943 STATE ROUTE 30, 11.1 miles
IRWIN, PA 15642
2000 OXFORD DR STE 110 11.2 miles
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
9173 RTE 30, STE 5 11.4 miles
IRWIN, PA 15642
1691 WASHINGTON RD 11.5 miles
MOUNT LEBANON, PA 15228
1535 WASHINGTON RD 11.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15228
2600 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 150 11.8 miles
UPPER ST CLAIR, PA 15241
2727 Murray Avenue, 12.5 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
642 Washington Road, 12.6 miles
Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500 12.9 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
3840 WASHINGTON RD STE 300 13.1 miles
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
4662 Broadway Road, Unit A-13 13.1 miles
Allentown, PA 18104
4000 WASHINGTON RD STE 203 13.2 miles
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
161 WATERDAM RD APT 160 13.3 miles
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
600 Oxford Drive, Suite 110 13.3 miles
Monroeville, PA 15146
3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY 13.4 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
1015 Waterdam Plaza Drive, 13.5 miles
Mc Murray, PA 15317
393 VANADIUM RD 13.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15243
3500 5th Avenue, Suite G1 13.8 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
2550 MOSSIDE BLVD STE 214 14.0 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
1984 GREENTREE RD 14.0 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
3824 Northern Pike, Suite 125 14.0 miles
Monroeville, PA 15146
2570 HAYMAKER RD 14.0 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
3824 NORTHERN PIKE STE 775 14.0 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
2380 MCGINLEY RD 14.0 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
1515 LOCUST ST 14.1 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
120 LYTTON AVE STE 275 14.1 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C 14.1 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
3024 WASHINGTON PIKE 14.2 miles
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
2644 MOSSIDE BLVD 14.4 miles
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
502 WASHINGTON AVE 14.4 miles
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 420 14.4 miles
Monroeville, PA 15146
243 STATION ST 14.5 miles
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
4815 Centre Avenue, Suite 106 14.5 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
5201 BAUM BLVD 14.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
339 6TH AVE 5TH FL 14.7 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15222
1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320 14.7 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
300 FLEET ST, 2ND FLOOR 14.8 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
526 Penn Avenue, 14.8 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
1100 Washington Avenue, Suite 114 14.9 miles
Carnegie, PA 15106
4765 LIBERTY AVENUE, 15.0 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
811 S Center Ave 15.1 miles
NEW STANTON, PA 15674
220 GREENE PLZ STE 103 15.1 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
220 GREENE PLZ 15.1 miles
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
2500 BALDWICK RD STE 260 15.4 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
112 Third Ave 15.4 miles
Carnegie, PA 15106
113 CAVASINA DR STE 7 15.6 miles
CANONSBURG, PA 15317
490 E NORTH AVE STE 106 15.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
320 E NORTH AVE 15.7 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
1600 W CARSON ST 15.7 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
6510 STATE ROUTE 30 15.7 miles
JEANNETTE, PA 15644
206 ARLINGTON PL 16.1 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle 16.3 miles
Greensburg, PA 15601
5769 Saltsburg Road, #2 16.3 miles
Verona, PA 15147
100 MEDICAL BLVD 16.3 miles
CANONSBURG, PA 15317
4620 WILLIAM PENN HWY 16.4 miles
MURRYSVILLE, PA 15668
50 FREEPORT RD STE 500 16.7 miles
ASPINWALL, PA 15215
15 FREEPORT RD STE 100 16.7 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
50 Freeport Road, Unit 400 16.7 miles
Aspinwall, PA 15215
129 SIMPSON RD, STE 105 17.0 miles
BROWNSVILLE, PA 15417
28 COLONY BLVD 17.2 miles
BLAIRSVILLE, PA 15717
4390 CAMPBELLS RUN RD 17.3 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
4889 William Penn Highway - Wa, 17.4 miles
Murrysville, PA 15668
532 W PITTSBURGH ST 17.5 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
125 SIMPSON RD 17.7 miles
BROWNSVILLE, PA 15417
969 Greentree Road, Second Floor 17.9 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
460 WASHINGTON RD STE 7 18.0 miles
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2 18.2 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
874 BUTLER ST STE 2 18.3 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
391 WASHINGTON AVE 18.5 miles
OAKMONT, PA 15139
870 WEATHERWOOD LN 18.6 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD 18.6 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300 18.7 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park 18.7 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991 18.7 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B 18.7 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
421 ROUTE 22 18.9 miles
DELMONT, PA 15626
508 S CHURCH ST 18.9 miles
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
6396 STATE ROUTE 819 S 19.0 miles
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
615 W SMITHFIELD ST 19.1 miles
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
308 BESSEMER RD STE 100 19.1 miles
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
25 HECKEL RD 19.2 miles
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101 19.4 miles
Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE 19.4 miles
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
1769 PINE HOLLOW RD 19.5 miles
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
4771 McKnight Road, 19.9 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
155 WILSON AVE 19.9 miles
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
2585 FREEPORT RD STE 105 20.0 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15238
90 West Chestnut Street, Millcraft Center 20.0 miles
Washington, PA 15301
5240 ROUTE 30, STE B, 20.0 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
181 W BEAU ST 20.3 miles
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village 20.4 miles
Glenshaw, PA 15116
830 ROUTE 819 S 20.5 miles
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
95 Leonard Ave STE 401, BLDG1 20.8 miles
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110 21.2 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15275
143 HARTMAN RD STE 10 21.4 miles
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F 21.5 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113 21.8 miles
Allison Park, PA 15101
301 S ARCH ST 22.2 miles
CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
1048 MORRELL AVE 22.3 miles
CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
251 7TH ST STE 201B 22.4 miles
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
1440 Morrell Ave 22.5 miles
Connellsville, PA 15425
2300 Freeport Road, 14 Feldarelli Square 22.9 miles
New Kensington, PA 15068
5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226 23.0 miles
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
1895 JEFFERSON RD 23.1 miles
RICES LANDING, PA 15357
1829 UNIVERSITY RD 23.1 miles
DUNBAR, PA 15431
1829 UNIVERSITY DR 23.2 miles
DUNBAR, PA 15431
4120 7TH STREET RD 23.5 miles
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
9066 Perry Highway, 23.7 miles
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
1101 5TH AVE 23.7 miles
CORAPOLIS, PA 15108
4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110 23.8 miles
ALLISON PARK, PA 15101
1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G 24.4 miles
Coraopolis, PA 15108
1600 Wildlife Lodge Road, 24.4 miles
Lower Burrell, PA 15068
1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120 24.7 miles
CORAOPOLIS, PA 15108
325 MCCLELLANDTOWN RD 24.8 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
140 N BEESON AVE STE 300A 24.9 miles
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
404 West Main Street, 25.0 miles
Uniontown, PA 15401
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 Hilldale, PA 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 Hilldale, PA 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 Hilldale, PA 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 Hilldale, PA 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 Hilldale, PA 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
- 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.