Loughman, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 2,680.

Median Age: 31.1 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Loughman: 85.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (10.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 16.1% for Black residents, 23.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 18.7% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (31.7%), English (5.7%), German (4.8%), Irish (4.3%), European (2.1%), Italian (1.7%).

Elevation: 101 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $42,299 (it was $31,445 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $18,382 (it was $14,205 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $90,062 (it was $40,900 in 2000) Loughman:$90,062FL:$214,000

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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, Loughman, FL

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

1485 LEGENDS BLVD 3.4 miles

1485 LEGENDS BLVD
CHAMPIONS GATE, FL 33896
Categories: CHAMPIONS GATE FL

1530 Celebration Blvd., Suite 102 4.7 miles

1530 Celebration Blvd., Suite 102
Celebration, FL 34747
Categories: Celebration FL

2209 NORTH BLVD W STE B 7.0 miles

2209 NORTH BLVD W STE B
DAVENPORT, FL 33837
Categories: DAVENPORT FL

161 Webb Drive, Suite 300 7.5 miles

161 Webb Drive, Suite 300
Davenport, FL 33837
Categories: Davenport FL

8201 W IRLO BRONSON MEMORIAL HWY 8.0 miles

8201 W IRLO BRONSON MEMORIAL HWY
KISSIMMEE, FL 34747
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3313 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, STE B 8.0 miles

3313 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, STE B
KISSIMMEE, FL 34746
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4320 W VINE ST 8.1 miles

4320 W VINE ST
KISSIMMEE, FL 34746
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1910 W OAK ST 9.6 miles

1910 W OAK ST
KISSIMMEE, FL 34741
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4551 PLEASANT HILL RD 9.8 miles

4551 PLEASANT HILL RD
KISSIMMEE, FL 34759
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820 N JOHN YOUNG PKWY 10.0 miles

820 N JOHN YOUNG PKWY
KISSIMMEE, FL 34741
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12500 S APOPKA VINELAND RD 10.2 miles

12500 S APOPKA VINELAND RD
ORLANDO, FL 32836
Categories: ORLANDO FL

700 W OAK ST 10.3 miles

700 W OAK ST
KISSIMMEE, FL 34741
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413 W Oak St, 10.5 miles

413 W Oak St,
Kissimmee, FL 34741
Categories: Kissimmee FL

1192 CYPRESS GLEN CIRCLE 11.7 miles

1192 CYPRESS GLEN CIRCLE
KISSIMMEE, FL 34741
Categories: KISSIMMEE FL

3010 HUNTERS CREEK BLVD 11.8 miles

3010 HUNTERS CREEK BLVD
ORLANDO, FL 32837
Categories: ORLANDO FL

14050 Town Loop Blvd, Suite 105 12.1 miles

14050 Town Loop Blvd, Suite 105
Orlando, FL 32837
Categories: Orlando FL

1325 E VINE ST 12.3 miles

1325 E VINE ST
KISSIMMEE, FL 34744
Categories: KISSIMMEE FL

1414 E OSCEOLA PKWY 12.9 miles

1414 E OSCEOLA PKWY
KISSIMMEE, FL 34744
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2238 E Irlo Bronson Hwy, 13.2 miles

2238 E Irlo Bronson Hwy,
Kissimmee, FL 34744
Categories: Kissimmee FL

7300 SANDLAKE COMMONS BLVD 205 14.1 miles

7300 SANDLAKE COMMONS BLVD 205
ORLANDO, FL 32819
Categories: ORLANDO FL

9400 TURKEY LAKE RD 14.2 miles

9400 TURKEY LAKE RD
ORLANDO, FL 32819
Categories: ORLANDO FL

8723 INTERNATIONAL DR STE 115 14.8 miles

8723 INTERNATIONAL DR STE 115
ORLANDO, FL 32819
Categories: ORLANDO FL

317-319 COMMERCE CTR DR 15.3 miles

317-319 COMMERCE CTR DR
SAINT CLOUD, FL 34769
Categories: SAINT CLOUD FL

9815 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL 15.9 miles

9815 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL
ORLANDO, FL 32837
Categories: ORLANDO FL

28055 HWY 27 15.9 miles

28055 HWY 27
DUNDEE, FL 33838
Categories: DUNDEE FL

9500 SATELLITE BLVD STE 100 16.0 miles

9500 SATELLITE BLVD STE 100
ORLANDO, FL 32837
Categories: ORLANDO FL

8818 COMMODITY CIR STE 41 16.1 miles

8818 COMMODITY CIR STE 41
ORLANDO, FL 32819
Categories: ORLANDO FL

7121 GRAND NATIONAL DR 16.4 miles

7121 GRAND NATIONAL DR
ORLANDO, FL 32819
Categories: ORLANDO FL

7751 KINGSPOINTE PKWY STE 114 16.5 miles

7751 KINGSPOINTE PKWY STE 114
ORLANDO, FL 32819
Categories: ORLANDO FL

628 CAGAN VIEW RD STE 3 Ste 3 17.0 miles

628 CAGAN VIEW RD STE 3 Ste 3
CLERMONT, FL 34714
Categories: CLERMONT FL

8150 CHANCELLOR DR STE 130 17.2 miles

8150 CHANCELLOR DR STE 130
ORLANDO, FL 32809
Categories: ORLANDO FL

1120 HAVENDALE BLVD NW 17.3 miles

1120 HAVENDALE BLVD NW
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

2301 SAND LAKE RD 17.3 miles

2301 SAND LAKE RD
ORLANDO, FL 32809
Categories: ORLANDO FL

5728 MAJOR BLVD STE 207 17.6 miles

5728 MAJOR BLVD STE 207
ORLANDO, FL 32819
Categories: ORLANDO FL

500 1ST ST N 17.8 miles

500 1ST ST N
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

575 E CENTRAL AVE 17.8 miles

575 E CENTRAL AVE
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

6001 VINELAND RD STE 108 17.8 miles

6001 VINELAND RD STE 108
ORLANDO, FL 32819
Categories: ORLANDO FL

400 1ST ST N 17.8 miles

400 1ST ST N
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
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8014 CONROY WINDERMERE RD STE 104 17.9 miles

8014 CONROY WINDERMERE RD STE 104
ORLANDO, FL 32835
Categories: ORLANDO FL

550 Pope Ave NW Ste 200 18.2 miles

550 Pope Ave NW Ste 200
Winter Haven, FL 33881
Categories: Winter Haven FL

430 E DERBY AVE 18.2 miles

430 E DERBY AVE
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

320 1ST ST S 18.3 miles

320 1ST ST S
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

125 NEWBERN CIR 18.3 miles

125 NEWBERN CIR
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

6220 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL STE 518 18.7 miles

6220 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL STE 518
ORLANDO, FL 32809
Categories: ORLANDO FL

4554 S KIRKMAN RD 18.7 miles

4554 S KIRKMAN RD
ORLANDO, FL 32811
Categories: ORLANDO FL

1718 SAND LAKE RD C-106 18.8 miles

1718 SAND LAKE RD C-106
ORLANDO, FL 32809
Categories: ORLANDO FL

235 N COMMONWEALTH AVE 18.9 miles

235 N COMMONWEALTH AVE
POLK CITY, FL 33868
Categories: POLK CITY FL

1462 W OAK RIDGE RD 18.9 miles

1462 W OAK RIDGE RD
ORLANDO, FL 32809
Categories: ORLANDO FL

6965 PIAZZA GRANDE AVE STE 405 19.7 miles

6965 PIAZZA GRANDE AVE STE 405
ORLANDO, FL 32835
Categories: ORLANDO FL

2555 S KIRKMAN RD 20.0 miles

2555 S KIRKMAN RD
ORLANDO, FL 32811
Categories: ORLANDO FL

2105 Hartwood Marsh Road, Suite 6A 20.0 miles

2105 Hartwood Marsh Road, Suite 6A
Clermont, FL 34711
Categories: Clermont FL

1603 S Hiawassee Rd, Suite 120 20.3 miles

1603 S Hiawassee Rd, Suite 120
Orlando, FL 32835
Categories: Orlando FL

1941 LAZY OAKS LOOP 20.4 miles

1941 LAZY OAKS LOOP
SAINT CLOUD, FL 34771
Categories: SAINT CLOUD FL

4401 S ORANGE AVE STE 110 21.1 miles

4401 S ORANGE AVE STE 110
ORLANDO, FL 32806
Categories: ORLANDO FL

3005 DANIELS RD 21.2 miles

3005 DANIELS RD
WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787
Categories: WINTER GARDEN FL

2700 Old Winter Garden Rd 21.2 miles

2700 Old Winter Garden Rd
OCOEE, FL 34761
Categories: OCOEE FL

3615 S ORANGE AVE 21.4 miles

3615 S ORANGE AVE
ORLANDO, FL 32806
Categories: ORLANDO FL

62 Southampton Blvd 21.5 miles

62 Southampton Blvd
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

Bldg 49635 - Rm 1219 21.5 miles

Bldg 49635 - Rm 1219
ORLANDO, FL 32899
Categories: ORLANDO FL

9580 W COLONIAL DR 21.6 miles

9580 W COLONIAL DR
OCOEE, FL 34761
Categories: OCOEE FL

10131 W COLONIAL DR, Bldg. C, STE 8 21.6 miles

10131 W COLONIAL DR, Bldg. C, STE 8
OCOEE, FL 34761
Categories: OCOEE FL

1151 BLACKWOOD AVE STE 160 21.6 miles

1151 BLACKWOOD AVE STE 160
OCOEE, FL 34761
Categories: OCOEE FL

15701 STATE ROAD 50 STE 101 21.7 miles

15701 STATE ROAD 50 STE 101
CLERMONT, FL 34711
Categories: CLERMONT FL

2323 S ORANGE AVE Ste A 22.2 miles

2323 S ORANGE AVE Ste A
ORLANDO, FL 32806
Categories: ORLANDO FL

701 E MICHIGAN ST 22.3 miles

701 E MICHIGAN ST
ORLANDO, FL 32806
Categories: ORLANDO FL

709 E MICHIGAN ST 22.3 miles

709 E MICHIGAN ST
ORLANDO, FL 32806
Categories: ORLANDO FL

813 E MICHIGAN ST 22.3 miles

813 E MICHIGAN ST
ORLANDO, FL 32806
Categories: ORLANDO FL

5810 S SEMORAN BLVD 22.6 miles

5810 S SEMORAN BLVD
ORLANDO, FL 32822
Categories: ORLANDO FL

5575 S Semoran Blvd, Suite 501 22.8 miles

5575 S Semoran Blvd, Suite 501
Orlando, FL 32822
Categories: Orlando FL

5425 S SEMORAN BLVD 22.9 miles

5425 S SEMORAN BLVD
ORLANDO, FL 32822
Categories: ORLANDO FL

1099 CITRUS TOWER BLVD 23.3 miles

1099 CITRUS TOWER BLVD
CLERMONT, FL 34711
Categories: CLERMONT FL

1920 DON WICKHAM DR STE 205 23.4 miles

1920 DON WICKHAM DR STE 205
CLERMONT, FL 34711
Categories: CLERMONT FL

1324 STATE ROAD 60 E 24.0 miles

1324 STATE ROAD 60 E
LAKE WALES, FL 33853
Categories: LAKE WALES FL

1424 STATE ROAD 60 E, 24.1 miles

1424 STATE ROAD 60 E,
LAKE WALES, FL 33853
Categories: LAKE WALES FL

601 E COLONIAL DR 24.6 miles

601 E COLONIAL DR
ORLANDO, FL 32803
Categories: ORLANDO FL

245 Citrus Tower Blvd, Suite 203 24.7 miles

245 Citrus Tower Blvd, Suite 203
Clermont, FL 34711
Categories: Clermont FL

2314 N ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL 24.8 miles

2314 N ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL
ORLANDO, FL 32804
Categories: ORLANDO FL

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 Loughman, FL 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 Loughman, FL 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 Loughman, FL 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 Loughman, FL 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 Loughman, FL 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: Loughman, Florida

Loughman is a census-designated place (CDP) in the north-east corner of Polk County, Florida, United States, near the Osceola county line. The population was 1,385 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Lakeland–Winter Haven Metropolitan Statistical Area. This area has grown rapidly since 2000 due, in large part, to its proximity to Walt Disney World and the Orlando, Florida area.

Loughman was on the route of the Dixie Highway, which ran parallel to the line of US 17/92 and is now Old Kissimmee Road (Old Tampa Highway north of the Osceola County line). A monument dated 1930 marks the Polk county line. Nearby, some of the brick-paved highway remains.

As of the census of 2000, there were 1,385 people, 546 households, and 369 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 372.0 people per square mile (143.8/km²). There were 1,088 housing units at an average density of 292.2/sq mi (112.9/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 80.65% White, 13.14% African American, 0.07% Native American, 0.51% Asian, 3.83% from other races, and 1.81% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.47% of the population.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 2,680.

Median Age: 31.1 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Loughman: 85.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (10.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 16.1% for Black residents, 23.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 18.7% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (31.7%), English (5.7%), German (4.8%), Irish (4.3%), European (2.1%), Italian (1.7%).

Elevation: 101 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $42,299 (it was $31,445 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $18,382 (it was $14,205 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $90,062 (it was $40,900 in 2000) Loughman:$90,062FL:$214,000

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