Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Pearland, TX
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Pearland, TX and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
2211A BROADWAY ST 0.9 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77581
2211 E BROADWAY ST 2.4 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77581
2018 BROADWAY ST 2.6 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77581
2802 BUSINESS CENTER DR STE 110 4.1 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77584
8633 BROADWAY #103 4.1 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77584
10930 RESOURCE PKWY # C 4.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77089
11800 ASTORIA BLVD 4.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77089
11717 Highland Meadow Dr, 4.9 miles
Houston, TX 77089
12885 GULF FWY 5.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77034
628 S FRIENDSWOOD DR 5.8 miles
FRIENDSWOOD, TX 77546
2510 SMITH RANCH RD STE 102 5.9 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77584
1505 Winding Way Dr Ste 218 7.0 miles
Friendswood, TX 77546
8505 GULF FWY STE F 7.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77017
3354 E FM 528 RD 7.8 miles
FRIENDSWOOD, TX 77546
1209 GENOA RED BLUFF RD 7.9 miles
PASADENA, TX 77504
3520 BROADWAY ST 8.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77017
3801 VISTA RD STE 390 9.0 miles
PASADENA, TX 77504
3350 FAIRVIEW ST 9.1 miles
PASADENA, TX 77504
3315 Burke Rd, Ste 106 9.1 miles
Pasadena, TX 77504
104 Medical Plaza 9.1 miles
MONT BELVIEU, TX 77580
6969 GULF FWY STE 370 9.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77087
7111 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 200 9.3 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
1100 SMITH DR 9.3 miles
ALVIN, TX 77511
4000 SPENCER HWY 9.4 miles
PASADENA, TX 77504
4001 PRESTON AVE STE 100 9.4 miles
PASADENA, TX 77505
1414 SOUTH LOOP W STE 200 9.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
2626 S LOOP W STE 650D 9.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
2646 SOUTH LOOP W STE 550 9.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
4600 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S 9.5 miles
PASADENA, TX 77505
4500 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 135 9.5 miles
PASADENA, TX 77505
250 BLOSSOM ST STE 270 9.7 miles
WEBSTER, TX 77598
561 Medical Center Blvd., 9.7 miles
Webster, TX 77598
520 S SHAVER ST 9.9 miles
PASADENA, TX 77506
700 Gemini Avenue Suite 110 10.4 miles
Houston, TX 77058
900 BROADWAY ST 10.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77012
9321 KIRBY DR 10.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
1120 NASA PKWY STE 304 11.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77058
1202 NASA PKWY 11.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77058
7580 FANNIN ST ste 180 11.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
6825 SPENCER HWY 11.5 miles
PASADENA, TX 77505
1108 GULF FWY S ste 230 11.6 miles
LEAGUE CITY, TX 77573
9563 MAIN ST 11.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77025
3128 S GORDON ST 11.7 miles
ALVIN, TX 77511
7000 FANNIN ST STE 1620 11.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
7515 Main Street, Suite 190 12.0 miles
Houston, TX 77054
5141 Center St 12.0 miles
Pasadena, TX 77505
2200 E NASA Pkwy 1, Ste 220 12.1 miles
Nassau Bay, TX 77058
5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B 12.1 miles
Houston, TX 77004
7720 Spencer Hwy 12.1 miles
Pasadena, TX 77505
4615 I 45 STE 206 12.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77002
12401 S POST OAK RD STE 235 12.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77045
6624 FANNIN ST STE 1980 12.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
6411 FANNIN ST 12.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
1213 HERMANN DR STE 155 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77004
1200 Binz St, Ste 115 12.7 miles
Houston, TX 77004
321 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST 12.7 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
2910 CENTER ST 12.9 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Memorial Hermann Medical Group-Alvin 252 Bypass 35 N 12.9 miles
ALVIN, TX 77511
2818 CENTER ST 12.9 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
126 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST 13.0 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
3300 CRAWFORD ST 13.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77004
2106 CENTER ST 13.2 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
1803 CENTER ST STE A 13.3 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
2004 LEELAND ST 13.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77003
1430 CENTER ST 13.5 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
4936 BEECHNUT ST 13.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77096
125 E 8TH ST 13.8 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
102 W 2ND ST 14.0 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
1200 MCKINNEY ST STE 473 14.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77010
1001 TEXAS ST STE 1400 14.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77002
5568 WESLAYAN ST 14.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77005
8720 HIGHWAY 6 STE 400 14.5 miles
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459
415 BISCAYNE BLVD 14.5 miles
EL LAGO, TX 77586
6565 WEST LOOP S STE 525 14.5 miles
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
676 FM 517 RD W 14.5 miles
DICKINSON, TX 77539
2428 TEXAS PKWY 14.6 miles
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489
7117 Lyons Ave 14.8 miles
Houston, TX 77020
10909 EAST FWY 14.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77029
1917 W GRAY ST 14.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77019
3637 W ALABAMA ST STE 100 15.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77027
5420 DASHWOOD DR STE 205 15.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
1102 DICKINSON AVE 15.2 miles
DICKINSON, TX 77539
4635 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 575W 15.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77027
13259 EAST FWY 15.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77015
13125 EAST FWY 15.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77015
2106 FM 517 RD E 15.4 miles
DICKINSON, TX 77539
1140 Westmont Dr Ste 510, 15.4 miles
Houston, TX 77015
1140 WESTMONT DR STE 505 15.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77015
13469 EAST FWY 15.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77015
10807 Shawnbrook Dr 15.6 miles
Houston, TX 77071
7545 S BRAESWOOD BLVD 15.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77071
5535 MEMORIAL DR STE B 15.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
107 YALE ST STE 200 15.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
6440 HILLCROFT ST STE 104 16.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
6840 HIGHWAY 6 16.4 miles
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459
1309 W FAIRMONT PKWY STE X 16.5 miles
LA PORTE, TX 77571
6065 HILLCROFT ST STE 208 16.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
6535 SOUTHWEST FWY 16.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
6545 SOUTHWEST FWY 16.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
5151 KATY FWY 16.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
5151 KATY FWY STE 170 16.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
8200 Wednesbury Lane Suite # 4, 16.9 miles
Houston, TX 77074
8313 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 111 16.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
5901 WESTHEIMER RD STE W 16.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
13601 Woodforest Blvd 17.0 miles
Houston, TX 77015
102 West 11th St 17.1 miles
Houston, TX 77008
9000 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 180 17.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
8799 NORTH LOOP E STE 110 17.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77029
9009 NORTH LOOP E STE 120 17.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77029
2425 Fountain View Dr Ste 160 17.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
1009 S BROADWAY ST 17.2 miles
LA PORTE, TX 77571
125 SYLVAN ST 17.3 miles
LA PORTE, TX 77571
9543 BISSONNET ST 17.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77036
1415 S VOSS RD STE 110-520 ON-SITE ONLY 17.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
3727 GREENBRIAR DR STE 403 17.5 miles
STAFFORD, TX 77477
7447 HARWIN DR STE 102 17.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77036
8104 SOUTHWEST FWY STE E 17.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
8101 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 100 17.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77072
9380 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S Ste 300 17.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77099
6360 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY N STE 200 17.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77041
10039 BISSONNET ST Ste 120 17.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77036
235 W 20TH ST 18.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
427 W 20TH ST STE 504 18.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
635 W 19TH ST STE 203 18.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
3001 Fondren Rd STE G 18.3 miles
Houston, TX 77063
1445 NORTH LOOP W STE 720 18.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
2500 FONDREN RD STE 120 18.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77063
2450 FONDREN RD STE 125 18.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77063
1214 N POST OAK RD STE 100 18.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
1000 N POST OAK RD BLDG G STE 100 18.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
9200 Hempstead Rd Ste 137 18.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
2150 W 18TH ST 18.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
2600 FM 1764 RD STE 190 18.8 miles
LA MARQUE, TX 77568
9701 RICHMOND AVE STE 115 19.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77042
2207 LAZYBROOK DR 19.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
9180 KATY FWY STE 200 19.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
1919 North Loop W Ste 125, 19.2 miles
Houston, TX 77008
10521 CORPORATE DR 19.3 miles
STAFFORD, TX 77477
2000 NORTH LOOP W STE 200 19.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77018
3151 HIGHWAY 6 19.3 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
2600 S GESSNER RD STE 205 19.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77063
14023 SOUTHWEST FWY 19.6 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
1403 HIGHWAY 6 STE 100 19.6 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
15259 Southwest Freeway, 19.9 miles
Sugar Land, TX 77478
9723 HOMESTEAD RD 20.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77016
14025 Delaney St, 20.1 miles
La Marque, TX 77568
1235 LAKE POINTE PKWY # 102 20.3 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
1111 GILLINGHAM LN 20.4 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
1250 7TH ST 20.4 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
1201 LAKEVIEW DR 20.5 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
16062 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 2 20.6 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
16545 Southwest Frwy #225 20.7 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
1125 STATE HIGHWAY 3 STE 180 20.8 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
3531 TOWN CENTER BLVD S STE 101 20.9 miles
SUGARLAND, TX 77479
16902 SOUTHWEST FWY 21.0 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
2929 WOODLAND PARK DR 21.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77082
7111 Medical Center Drive Suit, 21.3 miles
Texas City, TX 77591
13811 CHARTERHOUSE WAY 21.5 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77498
11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C 21.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77092
10961 NORTHWEST FWY 21.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77092
11807 WESTHEIMER RD STE 560 21.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77077
855 FROSTWOOD 21.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77024
12121 Richmond Ave Ste 124, 21.7 miles
Houston, TX 77082
610 S MAIN ST 21.8 miles
HIGHLANDS, TX 77562
7007 NORTH FWY STE 235 21.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77076
2550 GRAY FALLS DR STE 120 22.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77077
6801 EMMETT F LOWRY EXPY 22.0 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
3300 FM 1765 STE A 22.3 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
2802 Garth Rd Ste 213, 22.6 miles
Baytown, TX 77521
2800 GARTH RD 22.7 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
11621A KATY FWY 22.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
2434 CEDAR DR 22.9 miles
LA MARQUE, TX 77568
1658 W Baker Rd Ste A 23.1 miles
Baytown, TX 77521
1610 W BAKER RD STE B 23.1 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
14045 MEMORIAL DR 23.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
4002 GARTH RD STE 150 23.2 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
1515 N ALEXANDER DR STE 115 23.3 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
11211 KATY FWY 23.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
4401 GARTH RD 23.3 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
1511 UPLAND DR STE 100 23.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77043
2610 N ALEXANDER DR 23.9 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
1700 JAMES BOWIE DR 24.0 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
302 34TH ST SOUTH 24.0 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
14770 MEMORIAL DR STE 100 24.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
1398 ELDRIDGE PKWY STE 113 24.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77077
12345 KATY FWY 24.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
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 Pearland, TX 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 Pearland, TX 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 Pearland, TX 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 Pearland, TX 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 Pearland, TX 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: Pearland, Texas
Pearland (/?p??rlænd/ PAIR-land) is a city in the U.S. state of Texas, within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. Most of the city is in Brazoria County, with portions extending into Fort Bend and Harris counties. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 91,252, up from a population of 37,640 at the 2000 census. Pearland's population growth rate from 2000 to 2010 was 142 percent, which ranked Pearland as the 15th-fastest-growing city in the U.S. during that time period, compared to other cities with a population of 10,000 or greater in 2000. Pearland is the third-largest city in the Houston MSA, and from 2000 to 2010, ranked as the fastest-growing city in the Houston MSA and the second-fastest-growing city in Texas. As of 2015 the population had risen to an estimated 108,821.
The area that is now Pearland had its humble beginnings near a siding switch on the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway in 1882. When a post office was established in 1893, the community was originally named "Mark Belt". On September 24, 1894, the plat of "Pear-Land" was filed with the Brazoria County courthouse by Witold von Zychlinski, a man of Polish nobility. At the time Pearland had many fruits harvested by residents. Zychlinski saw the pear trees and decided that "Pearland" would make a good name for the community.
Pearland was promoted by developers Allison & Richey Land Company as an "agricultural Eden". The first subdivision was called "Suburban Gardens". The Galveston hurricane of 1900 and the Galveston hurricane of 1915 destroyed most of the fruit trees and slowed growth for a considerable period of time, and caused a period of desertification in the area. In 1914, with agriculture rebounding and the end of desertification, Pearland had a population of 400, but a devastating freeze in 1918 was another setback to the local farming enterprises. Oil was discovered nearby in 1934, which led to the development of the Hastings Oilfield, though it did not spur much growth, as the population fluctuated between 150 and 350. From the 1970s, the town has grown to its present-day population.