Ridgecrest, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 1,310

Median Age: 29.0 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $818.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ridgecrest: 93.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 36.0%

Sex Offenders:

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (24.0%), Irish (6.9%), Italian (4.9%), Jamaican (2.8%), English (1.2%).

Land Area: 0.56 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 33778

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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, Ridgecrest, FL

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

10500 ULMERTON RD STE 202 1.1 miles

10500 ULMERTON RD STE 202
LARGO, FL 33771
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2025 INDIAN ROCKS RD S 1.4 miles

2025 INDIAN ROCKS RD S
LARGO, FL 33774
Categories: LARGO FL

INDIAN ROCKS RD 1.4 miles

INDIAN ROCKS RD
LARGO, FL 33774
Categories: LARGO FL

2981B W BAY DR 1.7 miles

2981B W BAY DR
BELLEAIR BLUFFS, FL 33770
Categories: BELLEAIR BLUFFS FL

11200 SEMINOLE BLVD STE 100 1.9 miles

11200 SEMINOLE BLVD STE 100
LARGO, FL 33778
Categories: LARGO FL

1400 E BAY DR 2.0 miles

1400 E BAY DR
LARGO, FL 33771
Categories: LARGO FL

11232 PARK BLVD, 4.1 miles

11232 PARK BLVD,
SEMINOLE, FL 33772
Categories: SEMINOLE FL

7601 SEMINOLE BLVD 4.1 miles

7601 SEMINOLE BLVD
SEMINOLE, FL 33772
Categories: SEMINOLE FL

1521 DRUID RD E 4.2 miles

1521 DRUID RD E
CLEARWATER, FL 33756
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

13799 PARK BLVD STE 258 4.3 miles

13799 PARK BLVD STE 258
SEMINOLE, FL 33776
Categories: SEMINOLE FL

13163 66TH ST 4.4 miles

13163 66TH ST
LARGO, FL 33773
Categories: LARGO FL

1219 Cleveland St, 4.6 miles

1219 Cleveland St,
Clearwater, FL 33755
Categories: Clearwater FL

11370 66TH ST STE 125 4.6 miles

11370 66TH ST STE 125
LARGO, FL 33773
Categories: LARGO FL

5653 PARK ST N STE 2 6.0 miles

5653 PARK ST N STE 2
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33709
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

1822 N BELCHER RD 101 & 102 6.5 miles

1822 N BELCHER RD 101 & 102
CLEARWATER, FL 33765
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

6002 49TH ST N ANNEX BLDG 7.1 miles

6002 49TH ST N ANNEX BLDG
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33709
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

6500 38TH AVE N 7.8 miles

6500 38TH AVE N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33710
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

1500 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD STE A1-A2 7.8 miles

1500 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD STE A1-A2
CLEARWATER, FL 33759
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

3135 STATE ROAD 580 STE 12 7.9 miles

3135 STATE ROAD 580 STE 12
SAFETY HARBOR, FL 34695
Categories: SAFETY HARBOR FL

5783 49TH ST N 8.0 miles

5783 49TH ST N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33709
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

3251 66TH ST N 8.1 miles

3251 66TH ST N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33710
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

560 CARILLON PKWY 8.2 miles

560 CARILLON PKWY
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33716
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 406 8.3 miles

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 406
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33716
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 106 8.3 miles

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 106
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33716
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

4105 49TH ST N STE B 8.8 miles

4105 49TH ST N STE B
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33709
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

26812 US HIGHWAY 19 N 8.8 miles

26812 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33761
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

2323 CURLEW RD STES 2A & 2B 9.5 miles

2323 CURLEW RD STES 2A & 2B
DUNEDIN, FL 34698
Categories: DUNEDIN FL

3745 33RD ST N STE A 9.9 miles

3745 33RD ST N STE A
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33713
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

29245 US HWY 19 NORTH 10.3 miles

29245 US HWY 19 NORTH
CLEARWATER, FL 33761
Categories: CLEARWATER FL

701 ENTERPRISE RD E STE 701 10.5 miles

701 ENTERPRISE RD E STE 701
SAFETY HARBOR, FL 34695
Categories: SAFETY HARBOR FL

6800 Gulfport Blvd S Ste 115, 10.7 miles

6800 Gulfport Blvd S Ste 115,
South Pasadena, FL 33707
Categories: South Pasadena FL

7000 4TH ST N 10.8 miles

7000 4TH ST N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33702
Categories: SAINT PETERSBURG FL

1609 PASADENA AVE S STE 2E 10.9 miles

1609 PASADENA AVE S STE 2E
SOUTH PASADENA, FL 33707
Categories: SOUTH PASADENA FL

1550 PASADENA AVE S 10.9 miles

1550 PASADENA AVE S
SOUTH PASADENA, FL 33707
Categories: SOUTH PASADENA FL

1530 4TH ST N 12.6 miles

1530 4TH ST N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33704
Categories: ST PETERSBURG FL

120 2nd St S 13.5 miles

120 2nd St S
St Petersburg, FL 33701
Categories: St Petersburg FL

5927 WEBB RD 15.4 miles

5927 WEBB RD
TAMPA, FL 33615
Categories: TAMPA FL

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7926 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE
TAMPA, FL 33615
Categories: TAMPA FL

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5610 W LA SALLE ST
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

11611 Sheldon Rd, 17.0 miles

11611 Sheldon Rd,
Tampa, FL 33626
Categories: Tampa FL

11916 SHELDON RD STE C 17.1 miles

11916 SHELDON RD STE C
TAMPA, FL 33626
Categories: TAMPA FL

1081 S Pinellas Ave Suite E4 &, 17.2 miles

1081 S Pinellas Ave Suite E4 &,
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Categories: Tarpon Springs FL

638 E TARPON AVE 17.3 miles

638 E TARPON AVE
TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689
Categories: TARPON SPRINGS FL

8401 J R MANOR DR STE 200 17.3 miles

8401 J R MANOR DR STE 200
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

5406 HOOVER BLVD STE 21 17.6 miles

5406 HOOVER BLVD STE 21
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

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5635 HOOVER BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

5011 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE STE E 17.9 miles

5011 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE STE E
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

3305 W KENNEDY BLVD 18.7 miles

3305 W KENNEDY BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33609
Categories: TAMPA FL

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4899 W WATERS AVE STE C
TAMPA, FL 33634
Categories: TAMPA FL

6182 GUNN HWY 18.9 miles

6182 GUNN HWY
TAMPA, FL 33625
Categories: TAMPA FL

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2919 W SWANN AVE Ste 402
TAMPA, FL 33609
Categories: TAMPA FL

3860 W COLUMBUS DR W BOY SCOUT BLVD 19.3 miles

3860 W COLUMBUS DR W BOY SCOUT BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

7001 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 10 19.6 miles

7001 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 10
TAMPA, FL 33614
Categories: TAMPA FL

3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 19.7 miles

3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 19.8 miles

2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

2727 W DR MLK BLVD STE 200 19.9 miles

2727 W DR MLK BLVD STE 200
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

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4728 N HABANA AVE ste 102
TAMPA, FL 33614
Categories: TAMPA FL

829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115 20.4 miles

829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

2404 US HIGHWAY 19 20.6 miles

2404 US HIGHWAY 19
HOLIDAY, FL 34691
Categories: HOLIDAY FL

301 W PLATT ST STE 152 20.8 miles

301 W PLATT ST STE 152
TAMPA, FL 33606
Categories: TAMPA FL

13856 N DALE MABRY HWY 21.5 miles

13856 N DALE MABRY HWY
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

1200 E 6TH AVE 21.9 miles

1200 E 6TH AVE
TAMPA, FL 33605
Categories: TAMPA FL

3450 Bushwood Park Dive Ste 100 22.0 miles

3450 Bushwood Park Dive Ste 100
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

4602 N NEBRASKA AVE 22.1 miles

4602 N NEBRASKA AVE
TAMPA, FL 33603
Categories: TAMPA FL

3837 NORTHDALE BLVD STE 140 22.3 miles

3837 NORTHDALE BLVD STE 140
Tampa, FL 33624
Categories: Tampa FL

15423 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 101 22.6 miles

15423 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 101
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

8745 STATE ROAD 54 22.7 miles

8745 STATE ROAD 54
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34655
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

10730 STATE ROAD 54 23.0 miles

10730 STATE ROAD 54
TRINITY, FL 34655
Categories: TRINITY FL

4741 US Highway 19, 23.1 miles

4741 US Highway 19,
New Port Richey, FL 34652
Categories: New Port Richey FL

1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103 23.3 miles

1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103
TAMPA, FL 33612
Categories: TAMPA FL

5124 US HIGHWAY 19 23.5 miles

5124 US HIGHWAY 19
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

5400 SCHOOL RD 23.7 miles

5400 SCHOOL RD
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

4305 E 21ST AVE 24.3 miles

4305 E 21ST AVE
TEMPE, FL 33605
Categories: TEMPE FL

4305 E 21ST AVE 24.3 miles

4305 E 21ST AVE
TAMPA, FL 33605
Categories: TAMPA FL

1750 N 50TH ST 24.7 miles

1750 N 50TH ST
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

15511 N Florida Avenue, Suites 602 24.7 miles

15511 N Florida Avenue, Suites 602
Tampa, FL 33613
Categories: Tampa 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 Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest, 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.

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

  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.

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Population (female): 1,310

Median Age: 29.0 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $818.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ridgecrest: 93.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 36.0%

Sex Offenders:

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (24.0%), Irish (6.9%), Italian (4.9%), Jamaican (2.8%), English (1.2%).

Land Area: 0.56 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 33778

(800) 221-4291