Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, South Huntington, NY
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in South Huntington, NY and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 0.7 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
2 CEDARTREE LN 0.9 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
21 E 23RD ST 0.9 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
1445 NEW YORK AVE 2.0 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
175 E Main Street Suite 105, 4.2 miles
Huntington, NY 11743
4 MIRIAM LN 4.6 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
1117 OLD COUNTRY RD 4.6 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 4.6 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 4.6 miles
Plainview, NY 11803
87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 5.2 miles
SYOSSET, NY 11791
1940 DEER PARK AVE 5.3 miles
DEER PARK, NY 11729
649 COMMACK RD 5.6 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
6277 JERICHO TPKE 5.8 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
320 LAUREL RD 6.0 miles
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
51 Walnut Ave E 6.2 miles
Farmingdale, NY 11735
2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 6.2 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 6.2 miles
Commack, NY 11725
1350 Deer Park Ave, 6.7 miles
North Babylon, NY 11703
180 10TH ST 6.8 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 7.1 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 7.2 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 7.2 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 7.2 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
PO Box 1693 7.4 miles
West Babylon, NY 11704
4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 7.8 miles
Bethpage, NY 11714
4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100 7.8 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
4 ROBIN CT 7.8 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
41 VERONICA LN 8.0 miles
NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703
656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A 8.2 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
47 MOREWOOD DR 8.3 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
618 Broadway 8.7 miles
Amityville, NY 11701
142 RALPH AVE 8.8 miles
BABYLON, NY 11702
3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 8.8 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 9.0 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
910 ROUTE 109 9.2 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 9.3 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
1 KINGS HWY 9.4 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
On Site Only 9.4 miles
West Islip, NY 11795
184 S 1ST ST 9.4 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
365 BROADWAY 9.4 miles
AMITYVILLE, NY 11701
490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 9.5 miles
Hauppauge, NY 11788
500 West Main Street, 9.7 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
9 HOWELLS RD 9.9 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 10.1 miles
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
onsite for POH only 10.2 miles
Brightwaters, NY 11718
57 E MAIN ST 10.5 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
2 BROOKSITE DR 10.5 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
41 BRENTWOOD RD 10.7 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 10.8 miles
WANTAGH, NY 11793
1620 FRONT ST 10.8 miles
EAST MEADOW, NY 11554
1919 Hempstead Tpke 10.9 miles
East Meadows, NY 11554
8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D, 11.0 miles
Bay Shore, NY 11706
1610 OLD COUNTRY RD 11.1 miles
WESTBURY, NY 11590
222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 11.5 miles
Smithtown, NY 11787
30 JEROME ST 12.0 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 12.2 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
2982 MERRICK RD 12.4 miles
BELLMORE, NY 11710
10A KEMP CT 12.5 miles
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
51 CHARLES LINDBERGH BLVD 12.6 miles
UNIONDALE, NY 11553
One Expressway Plaza, Suite 116 13.0 miles
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 13.0 miles
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
2209 Merrick Rd, 2nd floor 13.3 miles
Merrick, NY 11566
156 First Street, Lower Level 13.5 miles
Mineola, NY 11501
465 WILLIS AVE 13.6 miles
WILLISTON PARK, NY 11596
27 ATTORNEY ST APT 2F 13.7 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
On Site Only 13.7 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
391B Fulton Avenue, 13.8 miles
Hempstead, NY 11550
520 Franklin Ave, Suite 104 13.9 miles
Garden City, NY 11530
990 STEWART AVE LOWER LEVEL 30 14.0 miles
GARDEN CITY, NY 11530
300 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE 91 14.0 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
250 FULTON AVE STE 407 14.1 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
2 MAIN ST 14.1 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1 14.2 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 14.2 miles
RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 14.3 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
292 HERRICKS RD 14.5 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
111 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 121 15.0 miles
WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552
101 South Bergen Place, 2nd Floor 15.1 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 71 Douth Bayview Ave. 15.2 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 15.4 miles
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
2001 MARCUS AVE STE N215 15.8 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11042
146 WILLOW WOOD DR 15.8 miles
OAKDALE, NY 11769
1165 Northern Blvd, Suite 404 16.0 miles
Manhasset, NY 11030
2360 GRAND AVE 16.0 miles
BALDWIN, NY 11510
4830 SUNRISE HWY 16.0 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
2001 Marcus Ave, Suite 98W, Lobby Level 16.1 miles
Lake Success, NY 11042
820 JERICHO TPKE 16.2 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040
1000 NORTHERN BLVD STE 135 16.3 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
203 UNION AVE 16.4 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
265 Jericho Turnpike, 16.9 miles
Floral Park, NY 11001
165 NORTH VILLAGE AVE 16.9 miles
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570
165 North Village Avenue, Suite 103 16.9 miles
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 17.0 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
235 LITCHFIELD AVE 2ND FL 17.1 miles
ELMONT, NY 11003
23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 17.2 miles
East Setauket, NY 11733
The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 17.3 miles
West Sayville, NY 11796
488 GREAT NECK RD STE 300 17.6 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
35 MARLIN RD 17.7 miles
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
160 MIDDLE RD 17.7 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
15 COMMERCE RD FL 3 17.8 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
252-20 NORTHERN BLVD STE 210 17.9 miles
LITTLE NECK, NY 11362
80 Mill River Street, 17.9 miles
Stamford, CT 6902
333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D 18.0 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100 18.3 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
585 MERRICK RD 18.5 miles
LYNBROOK, NY 11563
557 Post Rd, 18.5 miles
Darien, CT 6820
100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 18.5 miles
East Setauket, NY 11733
484 POST RD 18.6 miles
DARIEN, CT 6820
235 Boyle Rd, 18.7 miles
Selden, NY 11784
3000 SUMMER ST 19.0 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6905
Building 125 150th St and 147th Ave 19.1 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
147th St and 150th Ave, Bldg 125 JFK International Airport 19.1 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
6 Rye Ridge Plaza, 19.5 miles
Rye Brook, NY 10573
82 12TH AVE 19.5 miles
HOLTSVILLE, NY 11742
1660 ROUTE 112 STE E 19.6 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C 19.7 miles
SELDEN, NY 11784
1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor 19.8 miles
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
1743 N OCEAN AVE 19.9 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D 20.0 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314 20.1 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATI, NY 11776
21714 MERRICK BLVD 20.3 miles
LAURELTON, NY 11413
37 BEACH AVE 20.7 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 20.9 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 20.9 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
18 TERRELL ST 21.1 miles
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
1850 ROUTE 112 21.1 miles
CORAM, NY 11727
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 21.3 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL 21.3 miles
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Onsite Only 21.4 miles
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 21.4 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su 21.4 miles
East Patchogue, NY 11772
1647 ROUTE 112 21.8 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
17 HOWARD DR 22.1 miles
CORAM, NY 11727
3665 E TREMONT AVE 22.1 miles
BRONX, NY 10465
346 MAIN AVE 22.2 miles
NORWALK, CT 6851
346 MAIN AVE STE B 22.2 miles
NORWALK, CT 6851
222 ROCKAWAY TPKE 22.2 miles
CEDARHURST, NY 11516
222 Rockaway Turnpike, Suite 5 22.2 miles
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J 22.4 miles
Medford, NY 11763
3250 Westchester Avenue, Suite 105 22.5 miles
Bronx, NY 10461
3250 WESTCHESTER AVE SUITE 120 22.6 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
4161 Kissena Blvd, Suite 25, Concourse level 22.6 miles
Flushing, NY 11355
14204 BAYSIDE AVE LOWER LEVEL STE 2L 22.6 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11354
136-20 38th Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite CFA 22.9 miles
Flushing, NY 11354
1476 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD LOFT BLDG SIDE ENTRANCE 23.1 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
607 Main Ave 23.4 miles
Norwalk, CT 6851
JFK Airport Bldg 75, STE 247/249 23.4 miles
Jamaica, NY 11430
JFK INTL AIRPORT STE 14, BLDG 14A 23.4 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
JFK International Airport Bldg 22 23.4 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
765 ROUTE 25A 23.5 miles
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD 23.6 miles
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953
8002 KEW GARDENS RD CONCOURSE LEVEL 23.7 miles
KEW GARDENS, NY 11415
1120 MORRIS PARK AVE 23.7 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
105 Stevens Ave, Ste 205 23.8 miles
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
12 N 7TH AVE 23.9 miles
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
15 N BROADWAY STE D 24.1 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601
1790 RANDALL AVE 24.2 miles
BRONX, NY 10473
7010 Austin Street, 2nd Floor Suite 201 24.4 miles
Forest Hills, NY 11375
111-16 JAMAICA AVE 24.4 miles
RICHMOND HILL, NY 11418
69-12 AUSTIN ST 24.5 miles
FOREST HILLS, NY 11375
13355 LEFFERTS BLVD 24.5 miles
SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY 11420
9777 QUEENS BLVD 9TH FL 24.6 miles
REGO PARK, NY 11374
359 N Central Ave 24.9 miles
Hartsdale, NY 10530
280 N CENTRAL AVE STE 115 24.9 miles
HARTSDALE, NY 10530
1 MAIN TERMINAL STE 3 SUITE 109 25.0 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11371
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 South Huntington, NY 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 South Huntington, NY 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 South Huntington, NY 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 South Huntington, NY 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 South Huntington, NY 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.