Chicago Heights, IL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $918.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Chicago Heights: 99.9 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (15.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 30.8% for Black residents, 25.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 17.9% for American Indian residents, 29.3% for other race residents, 46.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Illinois and other state lists, there were 50 registered sex offenders living in Chicago Heights, Illinois as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Chicago Heights is 604 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (4.2%), German (1.4%), American (1.2%), Polish (1.0%).

Land Area: 9.57 square miles.

Zip Codes: 60411, 60422, 60425, 60430, 60466

Races:
      Black alone - 12,510 - 41.5%
      Hispanic - 10,463 - 34.7%
      White alone - 6,390 - 21.2%
      Two or more races - 475 - 1.6%
      Other race alone - 262 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 19 - 0.06%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.02%

The city's major crossroads are at Dixie Highway (Illinois Route 1) and Lincoln Highway (U.S. Route 30).

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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 Testing Chicago Heights, IL

30 E 15TH ST STE 100 0.2 miles

30 E 15TH ST STE 100
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
Categories: CHICAGO HEIGHTS IL

1423 CHICAGO RD 0.3 miles

1423 CHICAGO RD
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
Categories: CHICAGO HEIGHTS IL

3301 N Ashland 2.5 miles

3301 N Ashland
Chicago, IL 60657
Categories: Chicago IL

18665 DIXIE HWY 3.4 miles

18665 DIXIE HWY
HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
Categories: HOMEWOOD IL

19550 GOVERNORS HWY 3.6 miles

19550 GOVERNORS HWY
FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422
Categories: FLOSSMOOR IL

19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101 3.9 miles

19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101
Flossmoor, IL 60422
Categories: Flossmoor IL

24 JOLIET ST 5.9 miles

24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Categories: DYER IN

2741 RIDGE RD 6.0 miles

2741 RIDGE RD
LANSING, IL 60438
Categories: LANSING IL

2741 RIDGE RD FL 2 6.0 miles

2741 RIDGE RD FL 2
LANSING, IL 60438
Categories: LANSING IL

17665 Torrence Ave, 6.2 miles

17665 Torrence Ave,
Lansing, IL 60438
Categories: Lansing IL

16501 KEDZIE AVE 6.6 miles

16501 KEDZIE AVE
MARKHAM, IL 60428
Categories: MARKHAM IL

1595 VALENCIA CT 6.8 miles

1595 VALENCIA CT
CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
Categories: CALUMET CITY IL

16246 PRINCE DR 7.0 miles

16246 PRINCE DR
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
Categories: SOUTH HOLLAND IL

15600 HONORE AVE 7.1 miles

15600 HONORE AVE
HARVEY, IL 60426
Categories: HARVEY IL

8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204 7.3 miles

8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Categories: MUNSTER IN

8135 S Calumet Ave 7.7 miles

8135 S Calumet Ave
Munster, IN 46321
Categories: Munster IN

7905 CALUMET AVE 7.9 miles

7905 CALUMET AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Categories: MUNSTER IN

25711 S Egyptian Trail 8.1 miles

25711 S Egyptian Trail
Monee, IL 60449
Categories: Monee IL

1500 US HIGHWAY 41 8.5 miles

1500 US HIGHWAY 41
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
Categories: SCHERERVILLE IN

6624 MONROE AVE 8.7 miles

6624 MONROE AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46324
Categories: HAMMOND IN

1217 US HIGHWAY 41 8.9 miles

1217 US HIGHWAY 41
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
Categories: SCHERERVILLE IN

6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 9.2 miles

6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

1010 165TH ST 9.2 miles

1010 165TH ST
HAMMOND, IN 46324
Categories: HAMMOND IN

6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A 9.4 miles

6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D 9.5 miles

5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D
Hammond, IN 46320
Categories: Hammond IN

17148 HARLEM AVE 9.6 miles

17148 HARLEM AVE
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

3145 45TH ST STE F 9.7 miles

3145 45TH ST STE F
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
Categories: HIGHLAND IN

813 SIBLEY ST 10.0 miles

813 SIBLEY ST
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 10.1 miles

16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

2450 169TH ST 10.3 miles

2450 169TH ST
HAMMOND, IN 46323
Categories: HAMMOND IN

12942 S CARPENTER ST 10.6 miles

12942 S CARPENTER ST
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
Categories: CALUMET PARK IL

2310 York St Ste 4A 10.7 miles

2310 York St Ste 4A
Blue Island, IL 60406
Categories: Blue Island IL

1573 N CLINE AVE 10.9 miles

1573 N CLINE AVE
GRIFFITH, IN 46319
Categories: GRIFFITH IN

12647 S JUSTINE ST 11.0 miles

12647 S JUSTINE ST
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
Categories: CALUMET PARK IL

21035 S LA GRANGE RD 11.1 miles

21035 S LA GRANGE RD
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
Categories: FRANKFORT IL

3831 S HOHMAN AVE 11.3 miles

3831 S HOHMAN AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46327
Categories: HAMMOND IN

4742 CAL SAG RD 11.4 miles

4742 CAL SAG RD
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
Categories: CRESTWOOD IL

4020 S CALUMET AVE 11.4 miles

4020 S CALUMET AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

4800 W 129TH ST 11.5 miles

4800 W 129TH ST
ALSIP, IL 60803
Categories: ALSIP IL

19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111 11.6 miles

19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111
MOKENA, IL 60448
Categories: MOKENA IL

18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110 12.0 miles

18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110
TINLEY PARK, IL 60487
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

7501 W 15TH AVE 12.1 miles

7501 W 15TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

9570 W 159TH ST STE A 13.0 miles

9570 W 159TH ST STE A
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

onsite for POH only 13.1 miles

onsite for POH only
ORLAND PARK, IL 60462
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

4321 FIR ST STE 313 13.2 miles

4321 FIR ST STE 313
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
Categories: EAST CHICAGO IN

PO BOX 63 13.5 miles

PO BOX 63
MOKENA, IL 60448
Categories: MOKENA IL

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107 13.5 miles

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

1734 W 105TH ST 13.7 miles

1734 W 105TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60643
Categories: CHICAGO IL

14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100, 13.9 miles

14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100,
Orland Park, IL 60462
Categories: Orland Park IL

10737 W. 165TH STREET 13.9 miles

10737 W. 165TH STREET
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

10242 S VINCENNES AVE 14.0 miles

10242 S VINCENNES AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60643
Categories: CHICAGO IL

900 E 103RD ST 14.0 miles

900 E 103RD ST
CHICAGO, IL 60628
Categories: CHICAGO IL

10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 14.2 miles

10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310,
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Categories: Oak Lawn IL

4519 W 5TH AVE 14.2 miles

4519 W 5TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 14.4 miles

5533 W 109TH ST STE 103
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Categories: OAK LAWN IL

12255 S 80TH AVE 14.6 miles

12255 S 80TH AVE
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Categories: PALOS HEIGHTS IL

7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 14.8 miles

7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Categories: Palos Heights IL

611 DIVISION ST 15.2 miles

611 DIVISION ST
PEOTONE, IL 60468
Categories: PEOTONE IL

3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 15.3 miles

3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
Categories: EVERGREEN PARK IL

250 E MAPLE ST 15.5 miles

250 E MAPLE ST
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
Categories: NEW LENOX IL

8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 16.0 miles

8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106,
Chicago, IL 60619
Categories: Chicago IL

9001 Broadway, 16.0 miles

9001 Broadway,
Merrillville, IN 46410
Categories: Merrillville IN

751 E 81ST PL 16.1 miles

751 E 81ST PL
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Categories: MERRILLVILLE IN

387 EAST 84TH DR 16.1 miles

387 EAST 84TH DR
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Categories: MERRILLVILLE IN

5660 W 95TH ST 16.1 miles

5660 W 95TH ST
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Categories: OAK LAWN IL

621 E LINCOLN HWY 16.4 miles

621 E LINCOLN HWY
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
Categories: NEW LENOX IL

8755 S HARLEM AVE 17.8 miles

8755 S HARLEM AVE
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
Categories: BRIDGEVIEW IL

1974 E 73RD ST 18.0 miles

1974 E 73RD ST
CHICAGO, IL 60649
Categories: CHICAGO IL

14330 S WILL COOK RD 18.2 miles

14330 S WILL COOK RD
HOMER GLEN, IL 60491
Categories: HOMER GLEN IL

5015 W 65TH ST 19.4 miles

5015 W 65TH ST
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
Categories: BEDFORD PARK IL

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE 19.5 miles

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE
HOBART, IN 46342
Categories: HOBART IN

5841 S MARYLAND AVE 19.6 miles

5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5709 S. Loomis Blvd 19.7 miles

5709 S. Loomis Blvd
Chicago, IL 60636
Categories: Chicago IL

6500 W 65TH ST 20.0 miles

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 20.3 miles

5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3
CHICAGO, IL 60629
Categories: CHICAGO IL

12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204 20.3 miles

12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
Categories: CROWN POINT IN

650 W 51ST ST 20.4 miles

650 W 51ST ST
CHICAGO, IL 60609
Categories: CHICAGO IL

4940 S CICERO AVE 20.5 miles

4940 S CICERO AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60638
Categories: CHICAGO IL

16221 W 159th St 20.6 miles

16221 W 159th St
Lockport, IL 60441
Categories: Lockport IL

2490 CENTRAL AVE 21.0 miles

2490 CENTRAL AVE
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
Categories: LAKE STATION IN

1438 RIPLEY ST 21.2 miles

1438 RIPLEY ST
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
Categories: LAKE STATION IN

9532 EAGLE WAY 21.5 miles

9532 EAGLE WAY
CHICAGO, IL 60678
Categories: CHICAGO IL

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1 22.2 miles

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
Categories: CROWN POINT IN

ONSITE ONLY 22.3 miles

ONSITE ONLY
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
Categories: WILLOWBROOK IL

6170 JOLIET RD 22.3 miles

6170 JOLIET RD
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
Categories: COUNTRYSIDE IL

6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 22.4 miles

6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
Categories: LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS IL

1000 S HAMILTON ST 22.5 miles

1000 S HAMILTON ST
LOCKPORT, IL 60441
Categories: LOCKPORT IL

REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 22.5 miles

REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478
CHICAGO, IL 60678
Categories: CHICAGO IL

75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 22.5 miles

75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660
CHICAGO, IL 60675
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3316 S ASHLAND AVE 22.7 miles

3316 S ASHLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Categories: CHICAGO IL

6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 22.9 miles

6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
Categories: WILLOWBROOK IL

3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 23.0 miles

3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2025 S CHICAGO ST 23.0 miles

2025 S CHICAGO ST
JOLIET, IL 60436
Categories: JOLIET IL

2929 S ELLIS AVE 23.2 miles

2929 S ELLIS AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 23.4 miles

2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3201 S WALLACE ST 23.4 miles

3201 S WALLACE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2600 S Michigan Ave 23.5 miles

2600 S Michigan Ave
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 23.6 miles

535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
Categories: WILLOWBROOK IL

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.6 miles

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

3325 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.7 miles

3325 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.7 miles

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

2361 Reliable Parkway 23.8 miles

2361 Reliable Parkway
Chicago, IL 60686
Categories: Chicago IL

2393 Reliable Parkway 23.8 miles

2393 Reliable Parkway
Chicago, IL 60686
Categories: Chicago IL

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 24.0 miles

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
Categories: LA GRANGE IL

3545 Arbors Blvd, 24.4 miles

3545 Arbors Blvd,
Portage, IN 46368
Categories: Portage IN

7421 S CASS AVE 24.4 miles

7421 S CASS AVE
DARIEN, IL 60561
Categories: DARIEN IL

3391 AIRPORT RD 24.7 miles

3391 AIRPORT RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

5601 W CERMAK RD 24.7 miles

5601 W CERMAK RD
CICERO, IL 60804
Categories: CICERO IL

18W125 RODGERS CT 24.8 miles

18W125 RODGERS CT
DARIEN, IL 60561
Categories: DARIEN IL

125 N LA GRANGE RD 24.9 miles

125 N LA GRANGE RD
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
Categories: LA GRANGE IL

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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in Chicago Heights, IL, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Chicago Heights, IL and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons , probation or family purposes. Same day service is available and most drug testing Chicago Heights, IL locations are within minutes of your home or office. Drug testing methods include urine, oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood , ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours.

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Step 1: Select and purchase your test online or call our Local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. One of our representatives is ready to assist you and schedule your test. Payment must be received at the time of registration as testing centers do not accept payments,Same day service is available for most types of tests.

Step 2: If you scheduled online, complete the Donor Information/Registration Section and enter where you want the confidential test results sent via email. The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest drug/alcohol testing center to you and where you will go to take your test.

Step 3: Your authorization form/donor pass will include the local testing center address and hours of operation. It will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take the form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment necessary!

Urine or hair drug testing methods in Chicago Heights, IL - You choose!

Accredited Drug Testing offers different testing methods depending upon our customer's needs. With a 1 to 5-day detection period urine testing is the most common method used by employers, courts and schools. However, hair drug and alcohol testing are becoming a frequently used testing method due to a detection period of approximately 90 days.

What is the most common urine/hair drug test?

Both a 5-panel urine or 5 panel hair drug test screens for the same drugs, however, the look-back period or detection window is very different. A urine drug test provides a look back period of 1-5 days while a hair drug test provides use up to 90 days from the date the specimen was collected.

Court Ordered Drug Testing (Probation/Child Custody)

Our local drug testing Chicago Heights, IL centers provide drug and alcohol tests that are utilized for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings, including probation and other types of government required tests. Observed tests are available and tests results can be submitted for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings including probation hearings, child custody cases, litigation and all manner of government required tests.

Court ordered drug tests should contain detailed instructions specifying the type of test to be administered and the drugs that should be screened for. If sample collection needs to be witnessed in order to prevent potential tampering or substitution, those specifications will be stated in the court order.

DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Services in Chicago Heights, IL

We also specialize in providing testing services for all DOT Modes including Trucking Industry (FMCSA), Maritime Industry (USCG), Aviation Industry (FAA), Public Transportation (FTA), Railroad Industry (FRA) and Pipeline Industry (PHMSA) in accordance with Part 40 of the US Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. Additional DOT Services include consortium enrollment, MVR reports, Supervisor Training and policy manual development. In addition, we offer a complete DOT Compliance Program for single operators and small trucking companies.

Additional DOT Services:

  • Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physicals
  • Supervisor Training
  • Employer Drug Policy Development
  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

Employer/Drug Free Workplace Testing in Chicago Heights, IL

Many companies and employers may be interested in being a drug free workplace, if so, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in providing comprehensive and cost-effective drug free workplace programs for small, medium and large companies. Organizations that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace under their State specific law. Our Drug Testing Chicago Heights, IL locations are ready to serve your needs.

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What Are the Benefits of Being a Drug Free Workplace in Chicago Heights, IL?

  • Enhanced Employee Performance
  • Reduced Job-Related Accidents
  • Reduced Employee Absenteeism
  • Lower Workers Compensation Rates
  • Improved Employee Moral
  • Customer Satisfaction

On-site/Mobile Drug Testing in Chicago Heights, IL

Do you have at least 10 employees needing a drug or alcohol test? If so, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site drug testing at your place of business. On-site drug testing services is frequently used by construction sites, manufacturing facilities, job fairs. On-site drug testing is available for pre employment and random testing. Call us today at (800)221-4291 and speak to our on-site coordinator to schedule your drug testing event in Chicago Heights, IL.

Drug Testing Locations in Chicago Heights, IL

Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in Chicago Heights, IL and the surrounding areas. Many of our drug testing centers open early and have evening hours to accommodate a person's work schedule. Our drug testing locations in Chicago Heights, IL have certified and trained drug testing specialists ready to serve your testing needs in a friendly, knowledgeable and confidential manner.

Drug testing purposes for employers include pre-employment, random selection, post-accident and reasonable suspicion. Testing purposes for individuals can include court ordered, probation, child custody or for any other personal reason.

Accredited Drug Testing is a nationwide drug testing company with testing centers in Chicago Heights, IL specializing in Drug, Alcohol, DNA testing. DOT Physicals and Background Checks.

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With over 20,000 testing centers throughout the United States, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all States and in most cities and towns.

Which drug testing panel is right for you?

Drug test screening groups are commonly referred to as a drug testing panel. The most common panels used are a 5 panel, 10 panel and 12 panel drug tests, (panels specify how many drugs will be screened) however customized screeningings are available as well.

What is a Drug Test?

A drug test is a technical analysis of a biological specimen, for example urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, and/or oral fluid/saliva-to determine the presence or absence of specified parent drugs or their metabolites. Major applications of drug testing include detection of the presence of performance enhancing steroids in sport, employers and parole/probation officers screening for drugs prohibited by law and police officers testing for the presence and concentration of alcohol (ethanol) in the blood commonly referred to as BAC (blood alcohol content). BAC tests are typically administered via a breathalyzer while urinalysis is used for the vast majority of drug testing in sports and the workplace. Numerous other methods with varying degrees of accuracy, sensitivity (detection threshold/cutoff), and detection periods exist. A drug test may also refer to a test that provides quantitative chemical analysis of an illegal drug, typically intended to help with responsible drug use.

Does passive smoke inhalation cause a false positive for marijuana?

"Passive" smoke inhalation from being in a room with people smoking marijuana is not considered valid, as the cut-off concentrations for lab analysis are set well above that which might occur for passive inhalation.

Other abnormalities in the urine screen may indicate that results may be a false negative or that there was deliberate adulteration of the sample. For example:

  • a low creatinine lab value can indicate that a urine sample was tampered with; either the subject diluted their urine by consuming excessive water just prior to testing, or water was added to the urine sample.
  • creatinine levels are often used in conjunction with specific gravity to determine if samples have been diluted. To help avoid this problem, the testing lab may color the water in their toilet blue to prevent the sample being diluted with water from the toilet.
  • subjects may also attempt to add certain enzymes to the urine sample to affect stability, but this often changes the pH, which is also tested.

How long do drugs stay in your system?

The window of detection or often times referred to as look back period of a drug test depend on several factors. Some of the factors impacting how long a drug will stay in your system are:

  • The amount of the drug taken
  • The frequency of the drug taken
  • The type of drug taken
  • An individual's body metabolic rate and general health
  • The amount of fluids consumed since ingesting the drug
  • The amount of exercise since ingesting the drug
  • Other genetic variations that would impact an individual's response to a specific drug

Why choose Accredited Drug Testing in Chicago Heights, IL?

Our staff is prepared to assist you with any questions you may have in a friendly and confidential manner and providing exceptional customer service and being available when you need us for drug testing in Chicago Heights, IL is our #1 Priority and we look forward to serving the needs of employers and individuals who need any type of test.

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Local Area Info: Chicago Heights, Illinois

Chicago Heights is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 30,276 at the 2010 census. In earlier years, Chicago Heights was nicknamed "The Crossroads of the Nation". Currently, it is nicknamed "The Heights".

According to the 2010 census, Chicago Heights has a total area of 10.083 square miles (26.11 km2), of which 10.07 square miles (26.08 km2) (or 99.87%) is land and 0.013 square miles (0.03 km2) (or 0.13%) is water.

As of the census of 2010, there were 30,276 people, 9,587 households, and 7,077 families in the city. The population density was 3,003.6 people per square mile (1,160.0/km²). There were 11,060 housing units at an average density of 1,097.2 per square mile (423.8/km²). The racial makeup was 38.0% White, 41.5% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 16.6% some other race, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.9% of the population.

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Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $918.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Chicago Heights: 99.9 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (15.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 30.8% for Black residents, 25.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 17.9% for American Indian residents, 29.3% for other race residents, 46.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Illinois and other state lists, there were 50 registered sex offenders living in Chicago Heights, Illinois as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Chicago Heights is 604 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (4.2%), German (1.4%), American (1.2%), Polish (1.0%).

Land Area: 9.57 square miles.

Zip Codes: 60411, 60422, 60425, 60430, 60466

Races:
      Black alone - 12,510 - 41.5%
      Hispanic - 10,463 - 34.7%
      White alone - 6,390 - 21.2%
      Two or more races - 475 - 1.6%
      Other race alone - 262 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 19 - 0.06%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.02%

The city's major crossroads are at Dixie Highway (Illinois Route 1) and Lincoln Highway (U.S. Route 30).

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