Los Altos Hills, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 4,270

Median Age: 51.5 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Los Altos Hills: 158.8 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 4.2%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of California and other state lists, there was 1 registered sex offender living in Los Altos Hills, California as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Los Altos Hills is 8,528 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in thi

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (5.8%), English (5.6%), Iranian (4.8%), German (4.6%), European (4.3%), Israeli (3.5%).

Elevation: 240 feet

Land Area: 8.62 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: over $200,000 (it was $173,570 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $152,407 (it was $92,840 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: over $1,000,000 (it was over $1,000,000 in 2000) Los Altos Hills:over $1,000,000CA:$509,400

Races:
      White alone - 5,239 - 66.1%
      Asian alone - 2,108 - 26.6%
      Two or more races - 287 - 3.6%
      Hispanic - 213 - 2.7%
      Black alone - 37 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 28 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 8 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 2 - 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, Los Altos Hills, CA

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

2290 W EL CAMINO REAL STE 4 2.1 miles

2290 W EL CAMINO REAL STE 4
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

2500 GRANT RD 3.4 miles

2500 GRANT RD
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

573 W EL CAMINO REAL 3.9 miles

573 W EL CAMINO REAL
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

300 PASTEUR DR 4.4 miles

300 PASTEUR DR
PALO ALTO, CA 94304
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795 EL CAMINO REAL 4.4 miles

795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
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901 W EL CAMINO REAL 5.2 miles

901 W EL CAMINO REAL
SUNNYVALE, CA 94087
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877 W Fremont Avenue, Ste H-2 5.2 miles

877 W Fremont Avenue, Ste H-2
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
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10050 N WOLFE RD Ste SW1-190 5.9 miles

10050 N WOLFE RD Ste SW1-190
CUPERTINO, CA 95014
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10050 BUBB RD STE 3 6.2 miles

10050 BUBB RD STE 3
CUPERTINO, CA 95014
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1195 E ARQUES AVE BLDG 1 7.7 miles

1195 E ARQUES AVE BLDG 1
SUNNYVALE, CA 94085
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1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1 8.8 miles

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063
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2737 WALSH AVE 8.9 miles

2737 WALSH AVE
SANTA CLARA, CA 95051
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170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS 9.5 miles

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94062
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988 WALSH AVE 9.9 miles

988 WALSH AVE
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
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1825 CIVIC CENTER DR STE 7 10.0 miles

1825 CIVIC CENTER DR STE 7
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
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1100 Laurel Street, Suite F 10.5 miles

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F
San Carlos, CA 94070
Categories: San Carlos CA

2105 FOREST AVE 11.6 miles

2105 FOREST AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
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123 Di Salvo Ave, Suite G 11.6 miles

123 Di Salvo Ave, Suite G
San Jose, CA 95128
Categories: San Jose CA

1580 WINCHESTER BLVD STE 202 11.8 miles

1580 WINCHESTER BLVD STE 202
CAMPBELL, CA 95008
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125 SHOREWAY RD STE A 11.9 miles

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A
SAN CARLOS, CA 94070
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1400 COLEMAN AVE STE F13 STE F-13 12.2 miles

1400 COLEMAN AVE STE F13 STE F-13
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
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35500 DUMBARTON CT 12.6 miles

35500 DUMBARTON CT
NEWARK, CA 94560
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42650 CHRISTY ST 12.6 miles

42650 CHRISTY ST
FREMONT, CA 94538
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315 S ABBOTT AVE 12.7 miles

315 S ABBOTT AVE
MILPITAS, CA 95035
Categories: MILPITAS CA

5763 STEVENSON BLVD 12.8 miles

5763 STEVENSON BLVD
NEWARK, CA 94560
Categories: NEWARK CA

242 MERIDIAN AVE STE C 12.9 miles

242 MERIDIAN AVE STE C
SAN JOSE, CA 95126
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

15 TILLMAN AVE 12.9 miles

15 TILLMAN AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95126
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

39400 Padeo Padre Pkwy Mission Bldg 13.0 miles

39400 Padeo Padre Pkwy Mission Bldg
Fremont, CA 94538
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1717 S MAIN ST 13.0 miles

1717 S MAIN ST
MILPITAS, CA 95035
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39180 FARWELL DR STE 231 13.0 miles

39180 FARWELL DR STE 231
FREMONT, CA 94538
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3880 S BASCOM AVE ste 109 13.4 miles

3880 S BASCOM AVE ste 109
SAN JOSE, CA 95124
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3880 S BASCOM AVE STE 112 13.4 miles

3880 S BASCOM AVE STE 112
SAN JOSE, CA 95124
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2581 Samaritan Drive, Suite 108 13.5 miles

2581 Samaritan Drive, Suite 108
San Jose, CA 95124
Categories: San Jose CA

222 W 39TH AVE 13.7 miles

222 W 39TH AVE
SAN MATEO, CA 94403
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102 13.7 miles

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102
FOSTER CITY, CA 94404
Categories: FOSTER CITY CA

46305 WARM SPRINGS BLVD 13.7 miles

46305 WARM SPRINGS BLVD
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

25, Via Luigi Pirandello 13.8 miles

25, Via Luigi Pirandello
Pedara, Catania, KS 95030
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46752 MISSION BLVD STE A 13.8 miles

46752 MISSION BLVD STE A
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

700 E CALAVERAS BLVD 13.8 miles

700 E CALAVERAS BLVD
MILPITAS, CA 95035
Categories: MILPITAS CA

46690 MOHAVE DR 13.9 miles

46690 MOHAVE DR
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

1910 N Capitol Ave 14.1 miles

1910 N Capitol Ave
San Jose, CA 95132
Categories: San Jose CA

3225 SELDON CT 14.2 miles

3225 SELDON CT
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

3161 WALNUT AVE 14.7 miles

3161 WALNUT AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1 15.0 miles

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1
FREMONT, CA 94538
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2000 MOWRY AVE 15.1 miles

2000 MOWRY AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
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33077 ALVARADO NILES RD 15.6 miles

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
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33560 ALVARADO NILES RD 15.7 miles

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
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556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103 15.8 miles

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103
Fremont, CA 94536
Categories: Fremont CA

1893 MONTEREY HWY STE 200 15.8 miles

1893 MONTEREY HWY STE 200
SAN JOSE, CA 95112
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1901 MONTEREY HWY STE 10 15.8 miles

1901 MONTEREY HWY STE 10
SAN JOSE, CA 95112
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

266 N JACKSON AVE STE 4 15.9 miles

266 N JACKSON AVE STE 4
SAN JOSE, CA 95116
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

3162 NEWBERRY DR ste G 15.9 miles

3162 NEWBERRY DR ste G
SAN JOSE, CA 95118
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3555 WHIPPLE RD 15.9 miles

3555 WHIPPLE RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
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2375 Montpelier Dr, Ste 20 15.9 miles

2375 Montpelier Dr, Ste 20
San Jose, CA 95116
Categories: San Jose CA

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD 16.5 miles

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

60 N EL CAMINO REAL 16.8 miles

60 N EL CAMINO REAL
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32 17.6 miles

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

2435 S KING RD STE 60 17.6 miles

2435 S KING RD STE 60
SAN JOSE, CA 95122
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

27200 CALAROGA AVE 17.7 miles

27200 CALAROGA AVE
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

554 BLOSSOM HILL RD 18.5 miles

554 BLOSSOM HILL RD
SAN JOSE, CA 95123
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

2724 Aborn Road 19.4 miles

2724 Aborn Road
San Jose, CA 95121
Categories: San Jose CA

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400 19.7 miles

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3 20.0 miles

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3
HAYWARD, CA 94544
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1501 TROUSDALE DR 20.1 miles

1501 TROUSDALE DR
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

1663 ROLLINS RD 20.2 miles

1663 ROLLINS RD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

275 HOSPITAL PKWY FL 5 20.8 miles

275 HOSPITAL PKWY FL 5
SAN JOSE, CA 95119
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101, 22.1 miles

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101,
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Categories: Castro Valley CA

2587 MERCED ST 22.4 miles

2587 MERCED ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180 23.1 miles

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

13939 E 14TH ST 23.1 miles

13939 E 14TH ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212 23.2 miles

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
Categories: SAN BRUNO CA

3 S LINDEN AVE 24.1 miles

3 S LINDEN AVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
Categories: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110 24.3 miles

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Categories: Pleasanton CA

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1 24.4 miles

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

International Terminal Level 3 A Side 24.9 miles

International Terminal Level 3 A Side
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

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 Los Altos Hills, 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.

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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 Los Altos Hills, 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)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Los Altos Hills, 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 Los Altos Hills, 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.

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

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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: Los Altos Hills, California

The Los Altos Hills ZIP code 94022 appeared on the 2017 Forbes list of America's most expensive ZIP codes; 94022 was ranked the 3rd most expensive in the United States, with a median home price of $7,755,000.

Los Altos Hills has a ban on commercial zones, which was upheld by the California Court of Appeal (First District) in 1973. The town's two retail commercial operations are the book store on the campus of Foothill College and the gift shop on the grounds of the Immaculate Heart Monastery of the Poor Clare Colettines. The town does not have a post office or library, with mail delivery provided from nearby Los Altos.

The town's zoning regulations require a minimum lot size of one acre (4,000 m²), setbacks from the property boundary, and easements for public pathways. Landowners are limited to one primary dwelling per lot, which effectively bans multifamily housing; this ban and the minimum lot size were upheld as constitutional by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in 1974.

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Population (male): 4,270

Median Age: 51.5 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Los Altos Hills: 158.8 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 4.2%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of California and other state lists, there was 1 registered sex offender living in Los Altos Hills, California as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Los Altos Hills is 8,528 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in thi

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (5.8%), English (5.6%), Iranian (4.8%), German (4.6%), European (4.3%), Israeli (3.5%).

Elevation: 240 feet

Land Area: 8.62 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: over $200,000 (it was $173,570 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $152,407 (it was $92,840 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: over $1,000,000 (it was over $1,000,000 in 2000) Los Altos Hills:over $1,000,000CA:$509,400

Races:
      White alone - 5,239 - 66.1%
      Asian alone - 2,108 - 26.6%
      Two or more races - 287 - 3.6%
      Hispanic - 213 - 2.7%
      Black alone - 37 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 28 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 8 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 2 - 0.03%

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