Wheaton, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 10.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 13.4% for Black residents, 12.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 7.8% for American Indian residents, 15.6% for other race residents, 4.9% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Maryland and other state lists, there were 5 registered sex offenders living in Wheaton, Maryland as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Wheaton is 10,122 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much lo

Ancestries: Ancestries: Ethiopian (5.2%), American (2.4%), African (1.9%), German (1.5%), Jamaican (1.5%), Greek (1.4%).

Land Area:

Population Density:

Races:
      Hispanic - 22,298 - 43.4%
      White alone - 11,518 - 22.4%
      Black alone - 9,602 - 18.7%
      Asian alone - 7,442 - 14.5%
      Two or more races - 1,205 - 2.3%
      Other race alone - 284 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 106 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 124 - 0.2%

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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, Wheaton, MD

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

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 0.3 miles

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700
WHEATON, MD 20902
Categories: WHEATON MD

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 1.8 miles

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 3.7 miles

1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 3.7 miles

8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 4.0 miles

8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Categories: BETHESDA MD

13823 OUTLET DR 6.5 miles

13823 OUTLET DR
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

PO BOX 59815 7.4 miles

PO BOX 59815
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
Categories: ROCKVILLE MD

10452 BALTIMORE AVE 7.4 miles

10452 BALTIMORE AVE
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

920 VARNUM ST NE 7.5 miles

920 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 7.6 miles

3422 GEORGIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

4729 SELLMAN RD 7.8 miles

4729 SELLMAN RD
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 7.9 miles

18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12
OLNEY, MD 20832
Categories: OLNEY MD

3676 Alpen Greenway 8.1 miles

3676 Alpen Greenway
Burtonsville, MD 20866
Categories: Burtonsville MD

15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 8.5 miles

15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
Categories: ROCKVILLE MD

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 8.5 miles

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3
College Park, MD 20740
Categories: College Park MD

15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 8.5 miles

15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207
Rockville, MD 20850
Categories: Rockville MD

9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 8.6 miles

9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120,
Rockville, MD 20850
Categories: Rockville MD

911 U ST NW 8.6 miles

911 U ST NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

1140 19TH ST NW STE 700 9.3 miles

1140 19TH ST NW STE 700
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 9.3 miles

14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
Categories: ROCKVILLE MD

1145 19th Street NW Suite 506 9.3 miles

1145 19th Street NW Suite 506
Washington, DC 20036
Categories: Washington DC

2440 M St NW Ste 414, 9.3 miles

2440 M St NW Ste 414,
Washington, DC 20037
Categories: Washington DC

1145 19TH ST NW STE 601 9.3 miles

1145 19TH ST NW STE 601
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

7933 BELLE POINT DR 9.3 miles

7933 BELLE POINT DR
GREENBELT, MD 20770
Categories: GREENBELT MD

2029 K ST NW STE 301 9.5 miles

2029 K ST NW STE 301
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 9.7 miles

815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

8945 N WESTLAND DR 10.1 miles

8945 N WESTLAND DR
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
Categories: GAITHERSBURG MD

431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 10.1 miles

431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
Categories: GAITHERSBURG MD

3301 WILSON BLVD 11.0 miles

3301 WILSON BLVD
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140 11.3 miles

1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 11.4 miles

4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

803 RUSSELL AVE 11.5 miles

803 RUSSELL AVE
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
Categories: GAITHERSBURG MD

8768 SUSINI DR 11.5 miles

8768 SUSINI DR
LAUREL, MD 20723
Categories: LAUREL MD

P. O. BOX 376 11.5 miles

P. O. BOX 376
LAUREL, MD 20725
Categories: LAUREL MD

3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 12.4 miles

3263 COLUMBIA PIKE
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

920 W BROAD ST STE B 12.4 miles

920 W BROAD ST STE B
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22046
Categories: FALLS CHURCH VA

10117 PALAMAR DR 12.5 miles

10117 PALAMAR DR
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center 12.7 miles

6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center
Falls Church, VA 22044
Categories: Falls Church VA

42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ 13.0 miles

42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ
STONE RIDGE, VA 20105
Categories: STONE RIDGE VA

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 13.3 miles

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551 13.3 miles

5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

3510 HEIDI LN 13.6 miles

3510 HEIDI LN
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
Categories: SPRINGDALE MD

On-site ONLY 14.1 miles

On-site ONLY
LAUREL, MD 20724
Categories: LAUREL MD

12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD 14.5 miles

12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
Categories: GERMANTOWN MD

19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR 14.7 miles

19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
Categories: GERMANTOWN MD

19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308 14.7 miles

19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
Categories: GERMANTOWN MD

100 MAPLE AVE E 14.8 miles

100 MAPLE AVE E
VIENNA, VA 22180
Categories: VIENNA VA

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 14.9 miles

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
Categories: GLENN DALE MD

20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205, 14.9 miles

20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205,
Germantown, MD 20876
Categories: Germantown MD

8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 14.9 miles

8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204
LANDOVER, MD 20785
Categories: LANDOVER MD

1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 14.9 miles

1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
Categories: HYATTSVILLE MD

4320 SEMINARY RD 15.1 miles

4320 SEMINARY RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 15.2 miles

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202
Columbia, MD 21044
Categories: Columbia MD

8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206 15.3 miles

8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206
FAIRFAX, VA 22031
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

3020 Hamaker Court, B-110 15.4 miles

3020 Hamaker Court, B-110
Fairfax, VA 22031
Categories: Fairfax VA

8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120, 15.6 miles

8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120,
Fairfax, VA 22031
Categories: Fairfax VA

6656 DOBBIN RD 15.9 miles

6656 DOBBIN RD
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
Categories: COLUMBIA MD

11947 WINGED FOOT CT 16.0 miles

11947 WINGED FOOT CT
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

4527 DUKE ST 16.0 miles

4527 DUKE ST
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300 16.1 miles

6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300
Annandale, VA 22003
Categories: Annandale VA

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 16.1 miles

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
Categories: CAPITOL HEIGHTS MD

5130 DUKE ST STE 10 16.2 miles

5130 DUKE ST STE 10
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

225 REINEKERS LN 16.2 miles

225 REINEKERS LN
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

6144 EDSALL RD APT 303 16.7 miles

6144 EDSALL RD APT 303
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

5606 HOLTON LN 16.7 miles

5606 HOLTON LN
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
Categories: TEMPLE HILLS MD

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 16.8 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
Categories: UPPER MARLBORO MD

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 16.8 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
LARGO, MD 20774
Categories: LARGO MD

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12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F
CHINO, CA 91710
Categories: CHINO CA

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 17.4 miles

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
Categories: FORESTVILLE MD

106 Elden St Ste 18b, 17.4 miles

106 Elden St Ste 18b,
Herndon, VA 20170
Categories: Herndon VA

6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100 17.5 miles

6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

208 ELDEN ST 17.6 miles

208 ELDEN ST
HERNDON, VA 20170
Categories: HERNDON VA

5501 BACKLICK RD 17.8 miles

5501 BACKLICK RD
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR 17.9 miles

5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

5510 ALMA LN STE 200 18.0 miles

5510 ALMA LN STE 200
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

46440 BENEDICT DR STE 108 18.2 miles

46440 BENEDICT DR STE 108
STERLING, VA 20164
Categories: STERLING VA

462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103 18.3 miles

462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103
HERNDON, VA 20170
Categories: HERNDON VA

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 18.3 miles

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
Categories: ELKRIDGE MD

6785 Business Pkwy 18.3 miles

6785 Business Pkwy
Elkridge, MD 21075
Categories: Elkridge MD

6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD 18.7 miles

6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 18.8 miles

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD
BOWIE, MD 20716
Categories: BOWIE MD

21525 RIDGETOP CIR STE 260 18.9 miles

21525 RIDGETOP CIR STE 260
STERLING, VA 20166
Categories: STERLING VA

21036 TRIPLESEVEN RD 18.9 miles

21036 TRIPLESEVEN RD
STERLING, VA 20165
Categories: STERLING VA

Onsite Only 18.9 miles

Onsite Only
Largo, MD 20774
Categories: Largo MD

6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105 19.0 miles

6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 19.0 miles

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112,
Bowie, MD 20716
Categories: Bowie MD

10560 MAIN ST 19.1 miles

10560 MAIN ST
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

2 LYNDHURST CT 19.1 miles

2 LYNDHURST CT
STERLING, VA 20165
Categories: STERLING VA

2 Pidgeon Hill Dr Suite 120, 19.2 miles

2 Pidgeon Hill Dr Suite 120,
Sterling, VA 20165
Categories: Sterling VA

10721 MAIN ST STE 3100 19.2 miles

10721 MAIN ST STE 3100
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

10721 Main Street, Suite 1400 19.2 miles

10721 Main Street, Suite 1400
Fairfax, VA 22030
Categories: Fairfax VA

7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B 20.0 miles

7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B
Alexandria, VA 22306
Categories: Alexandria VA

3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400 20.3 miles

3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 20.4 miles

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101,
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Categories: Ellicott City MD

11848 Robertson Farm Circle 20.8 miles

11848 Robertson Farm Circle
Fairfax, VA 22030
Categories: Fairfax VA

45305 CATALINA CT STE 103 20.8 miles

45305 CATALINA CT STE 103
STERLING, VA 20166
Categories: STERLING VA

8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314 21.0 miles

8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE 21.4 miles

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Categories: ELLICOTT CITY MD

7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108 21.6 miles

7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108
CLINTON, MD 20735
Categories: CLINTON MD

21785 FILIGREE CT 21.7 miles

21785 FILIGREE CT
ASHBURN, VA 20147
Categories: ASHBURN VA

21785 Filigree Court, Suite 20, 21.7 miles

21785 Filigree Court, Suite 20,
Ashburn, VA 20147
Categories: Ashburn VA

12713 SHOPPES LN 21.8 miles

12713 SHOPPES LN
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

7839 ROLLING RD STE A 22.1 miles

7839 ROLLING RD STE A
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

301 WATERSVILLE RD 22.6 miles

301 WATERSVILLE RD
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
Categories: MOUNT AIRY MD

1411 H SERVICE RD 23.2 miles

1411 H SERVICE RD
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
Categories: CHANTILLY VA

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 23.4 miles

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
Categories: MILLERSVILLE MD

4437 BROOKFIELD CORPORATE DR STE 108 23.4 miles

4437 BROOKFIELD CORPORATE DR STE 108
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
Categories: CHANTILLY VA

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 23.4 miles

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

5822 OAKLAND RD 23.5 miles

5822 OAKLAND RD
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
Categories: HALETHORPE MD

205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204 23.7 miles

205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
Categories: MOUNT AIRY MD

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 23.9 miles

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
Categories: LINTHICUM HEIGHTS MD

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 24.0 miles

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 24.3 miles

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103,
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 24.3 miles

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

4200 PLEASANT VALLEY RD 24.4 miles

4200 PLEASANT VALLEY RD
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
Categories: CHANTILLY VA

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51 24.5 miles

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51
Catonsville, MD 21228
Categories: Catonsville MD

4807 BENSON AVE 24.7 miles

4807 BENSON AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9, 24.9 miles

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9,
Baltimore, MD 21229
Categories: Baltimore MD

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 Wheaton, MD 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 Wheaton, MD 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 Wheaton, MD 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 Wheaton, MD 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 Wheaton, MD 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: Wheaton, Maryland

Wheaton is a census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, north of Washington, D.C., northwest of Silver Spring. Wheaton takes its name from Frank Wheaton (1833–1903), a career officer in the United States Army and volunteer from Rhode Island in the Union Army who rose to the rank of major-general while serving before, during, and after the American Civil War.

Wheaton was split into its own CDP by the United States Census Bureau for the 2010 Census, which found its population to be 48,284. The United States Postal Service has assigned ZIP code 20902 to Wheaton, but the Wheaton Post Office is part of the Silver Spring area. Downtown Wheaton is around the triangle formed by Veirs Mill Road, University Boulevard, and Georgia Avenue.

Wheaton developed from Leesborough (named in 1826), a small business district which popped up near the junction of three major roads: The first is Brookeville Pike (also known as the Washington-Brookeville Pike and later as the Union Turnpike, now Georgia Avenue) a north/south toll thoroughfare running from Washington, D.C., to Brookeville, Maryland, and eventually to Baltimore, Maryland.

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Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 10.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 13.4% for Black residents, 12.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 7.8% for American Indian residents, 15.6% for other race residents, 4.9% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Maryland and other state lists, there were 5 registered sex offenders living in Wheaton, Maryland as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Wheaton is 10,122 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much lo

Ancestries: Ancestries: Ethiopian (5.2%), American (2.4%), African (1.9%), German (1.5%), Jamaican (1.5%), Greek (1.4%).

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Races:
      Hispanic - 22,298 - 43.4%
      White alone - 11,518 - 22.4%
      Black alone - 9,602 - 18.7%
      Asian alone - 7,442 - 14.5%
      Two or more races - 1,205 - 2.3%
      Other race alone - 284 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 106 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 124 - 0.2%

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