Wading River, NY Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 3,815

Population (female): 3,904

Poverty (breakdown): (5.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 3.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 10.8% for other race residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of New York and other state lists, there were 3 registered sex offenders living in Wading River, New York as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Wading River is 2,571 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city i

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (25.8%), Italian (24.0%), Irish (11.2%), Polish (8.5%), German (6.6%), British (2.5%).

Land Area: 9.80 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 11792

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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, Wading River, NY

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

6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8 0.6 miles

6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8
Wading River, NY 11792
Categories: Wading River NY

765 ROUTE 25A 7.2 miles

765 ROUTE 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Categories: MILLER PLACE NY

74 Commerce Drive, Suite 2 7.5 miles

74 Commerce Drive, Suite 2
Riverhead, NY 11901
Categories: Riverhead NY

47 COMMERCE AVE 7.6 miles

47 COMMERCE AVE
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD 7.6 miles

606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953
Categories: MIDDLE ISLAND NY

17 HOWARD DR 9.0 miles

17 HOWARD DR
CORAM, NY 11727
Categories: CORAM NY

887 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE C 9.1 miles

887 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE C
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

230 W MAIN ST 9.5 miles

230 W MAIN ST
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

1850 ROUTE 112 9.7 miles

1850 ROUTE 112
CORAM, NY 11727
Categories: CORAM NY

37 BEACH AVE 9.9 miles

37 BEACH AVE
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
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170 OLD COUNTRY RD 10.0 miles

170 OLD COUNTRY RD
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

877 E MAIN ST 10.2 miles

877 E MAIN ST
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
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1228 E Main St 10.2 miles

1228 E Main St
Riverhead, NY 11901
Categories: Riverhead NY

21 EASTPORT MANOR RD 10.2 miles

21 EASTPORT MANOR RD
EASTPORT, NY 11941
Categories: EASTPORT NY

625 MAIN ST 10.5 miles

625 MAIN ST
CENTER MORICHES, NY 11934
Categories: CENTER MORICHES NY

5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314 10.5 miles

5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314
PORT JEFFERSON STATI, NY 11776
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617 A MONTAUK HWY 10.6 miles

617 A MONTAUK HWY
CENTER MORICHES, NY 11934
Categories: CENTER MORICHES NY

1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor 10.8 miles

1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Categories: Port Jefferson Station NY

1660 ROUTE 112 STE E 10.9 miles

1660 ROUTE 112 STE E
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
Categories: PORT JEFFERSON STATION NY

570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J 11.2 miles

570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J
Medford, NY 11763
Categories: Medford NY

325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C 11.2 miles

325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C
SELDEN, NY 11784
Categories: SELDEN NY

1647 ROUTE 112 11.3 miles

1647 ROUTE 112
MEDFORD, NY 11763
Categories: MEDFORD NY

235 Boyle Rd, 11.9 miles

235 Boyle Rd,
Selden, NY 11784
Categories: Selden NY

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 12.1 miles

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza
East Setauket, NY 11733
Categories: East Setauket NY

1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D 12.8 miles

1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D
MEDFORD, NY 11763
Categories: MEDFORD NY

1743 N OCEAN AVE 12.9 miles

1743 N OCEAN AVE
MEDFORD, NY 11763
Categories: MEDFORD NY

35 MARLIN RD 13.0 miles

35 MARLIN RD
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
Categories: CENTEREACH NY

23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 13.3 miles

23 Technology Dr., Suite 2
East Setauket, NY 11733
Categories: East Setauket NY

82 12TH AVE 14.4 miles

82 12TH AVE
HOLTSVILLE, NY 11742
Categories: HOLTSVILLE NY

Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su 15.0 miles

Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su
East Patchogue, NY 11772
Categories: East Patchogue NY

475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL 15.0 miles

475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Categories: PATCHOGUE NY

2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 15.1 miles

2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
Categories: STONY BROOK NY

18 TERRELL ST 15.6 miles

18 TERRELL ST
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Categories: PATCHOGUE NY

203 UNION AVE 16.0 miles

203 UNION AVE
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
Categories: HOLBROOK NY

4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 17.0 miles

4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
Categories: HOLBROOK NY

30 JEROME ST 18.8 miles

30 JEROME ST
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 18.8 miles

1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
Categories: BOHEMIA NY

3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 18.8 miles

3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY
RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
Categories: RONKONKOMA NY

3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 18.8 miles

3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
Categories: ISLANDIA NY

222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 19.0 miles

222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107
Smithtown, NY 11787
Categories: Smithtown NY

4830 SUNRISE HWY 19.1 miles

4830 SUNRISE HWY
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
Categories: SAYVILLE NY

160 MIDDLE RD 19.3 miles

160 MIDDLE RD
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
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1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1 19.4 miles

1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
Categories: BOHEMIA NY

1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 19.4 miles

1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
Categories: HAUPPAUGE NY

333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D 19.9 miles

333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
Categories: SAYVILLE NY

The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 19.9 miles

The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway
West Sayville, NY 11796
Categories: West Sayville NY

2 BROOKSITE DR 20.0 miles

2 BROOKSITE DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

146 WILLOW WOOD DR 20.3 miles

146 WILLOW WOOD DR
OAKDALE, NY 11769
Categories: OAKDALE NY

161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751 21.5 miles

161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751
STRATFORD, CT 6615
Categories: STRATFORD CT

13 LAFAYETTE ST 21.8 miles

13 LAFAYETTE ST
MILFORD, CT 6460
Categories: MILFORD CT

490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 21.8 miles

490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Categories: Hauppauge NY

1 KINGS HWY 21.9 miles

1 KINGS HWY
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
Categories: HAUPPAUGE NY

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1, 22.0 miles

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1,
Stratford, CT 6615
Categories: Stratford CT

232 BOSTON POST RD 22.1 miles

232 BOSTON POST RD
MILFORD, CT 6460
Categories: MILFORD CT

47 MOREWOOD DR 22.2 miles

47 MOREWOOD DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

60 WATSON BLVD 22.3 miles

60 WATSON BLVD
STRATFORD, CT 6615
Categories: STRATFORD CT

400 W MAIN ST 22.7 miles

400 W MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

1040 BARNUM AVE 22.9 miles

1040 BARNUM AVE
STRATFORD, CT 6614
Categories: STRATFORD CT

84 N MAIN ST 23.0 miles

84 N MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

6 BUSINESS PARK DR 23.3 miles

6 BUSINESS PARK DR
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

863 N Main St Ext 23.3 miles

863 N Main St Ext
WALLINGFORD, CT 6492
Categories: WALLINGFORD CT

144 North Main Street, 23.3 miles

144 North Main Street,
Branford, CT 6405
Categories: Branford CT

236 BOSTON POST RD 23.5 miles

236 BOSTON POST RD
ORANGE, CT 6477
Categories: ORANGE CT

226 MILL HILL AVE 23.6 miles

226 MILL HILL AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

10A KEMP CT 24.0 miles

10A KEMP CT
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
Categories: EAST ISLIP NY

2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 24.2 miles

2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200
COMMACK, NY 11725
Categories: COMMACK NY

2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 24.2 miles

2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102
Commack, NY 11725
Categories: Commack NY

240 MEETING HOUSE LN 24.5 miles

240 MEETING HOUSE LN
SOUTHAMPTON, NY 11968
Categories: SOUTHAMPTON NY

6277 JERICHO TPKE 24.7 miles

6277 JERICHO TPKE
COMMACK, NY 11725
Categories: COMMACK NY

2 Church St S Ste 115, 24.7 miles

2 Church St S Ste 115,
New Haven, CT 6519
Categories: New Haven CT

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 Wading River, 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.

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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 Wading River, 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)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Wading River, 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 Wading River, 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.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Wading River, 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.

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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.

Local Area Info: Wading River, New York

Wading River is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in Suffolk County, New York, United States, on the North Shore of Long Island. As of the 2010 census, the CDP population was 7,719. It is adjacent to Shoreham and shares a school district.

Most of Wading River lies within the Town of Riverhead, but a small portion is in the Town of Brookhaven. The name of the hamlet comes from the original Algonquian name for the area, Pauquaconsuk, meaning "the place where we wade for thick, round-shelled clams". "Wading in the River" or Wading River was adopted by the first English colonists.

The earliest English records show a settlement known as Wading River was founded by eight colonial families. "The spot for the village was chosen with care. There was a stream adequate for water power and abounding in seafood...good water for drinking...soil rich enough to grow essential crops, woodland for fuel, building material and food, topography to offer protection from the elements, meadowland for its grass."

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Population (male): 3,815

Population (female): 3,904

Poverty (breakdown): (5.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 3.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 10.8% for other race residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of New York and other state lists, there were 3 registered sex offenders living in Wading River, New York as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Wading River is 2,571 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city i

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (25.8%), Italian (24.0%), Irish (11.2%), Polish (8.5%), German (6.6%), British (2.5%).

Land Area: 9.80 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 11792

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