Buford, GA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 14,868 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: +39.4%

Population (female): 7,461

Median Age: 36.6 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Buford: 95.8 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Georgia and other state lists, there were 58 registered sex offenders living in Buford, Georgia as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Buford is 249 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (12.5%), English (7.2%), Irish (4.9%), German (2.8%), French Canadian (2.1%), European (1.3%).

Elevation: 1187 feet

Land Area: 14.7 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $52,113 (it was $38,733 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,232 (it was $18,308 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $216,793 (it was $95,400 in 2000) Buford:$216,793GA:$173,700

Races:
      White alone - 7,288 - 48.1%
      Hispanic - 4,900 - 32.3%
      Black alone - 1,950 - 12.9%
      Asian alone - 527 - 3.5%
      Two or more races - 276 - 1.8%
      American Indian alone - 26 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 10 - 0.07%

Buford appears in historical records beginning in the early 19th century. The area that is now Buford was originally part of Cherokee territory. Despite the treaty in 1817 that ceded the territory to the United States and Gwinnett County's legislative establishment in 1818, the area was still largely inhabited by the Cherokee until the 1830s. The first non-Native Americans moved to the Buford area in the late 1820s or early 1830s, although the Buford area was not largely settled by them until the 1860s.

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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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Hair Follicle Drug Testing Buford, GA

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides Hair Follicle drug testing Buford, GA for individuals and employers needing a drug test utilizing the hair follicle analysis process. To schedule a hair follicle drug test in Buford, GA, Call (800) 221-4291. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.


Hair follicle drug testing Buford, GA is available for 5, 10, and 12 panel drug screenings.

To schedule a Hair Follicle Drug Test at one of our testing centers in the Grady county area, Call (800) 221-4291, Same Day Service Available. Testing centers do not require an appointment, but you must call and register for the test.

Hair follicle drug testing is becoming a more popular method by employers and individuals in need of a drug test due to the detection time frame being longer than a standard urine test.

Local Hair follicle drug testing Buford, GA centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Buford, GA facilities have certified drug testing technicians available to conduct a hair follicle drug test collection.

Hair Follicle Drug Test

In recent years the method to conduct drug testing has more frequently included a hair follicle drug test. Many employers, courts and Substance Abuse Professional are requiring a hair follicle drug test instead of a standard urine test. Hair follicle drug tests are used by employers who have zero tolerance drug use policies, courts and individuals on probation. The primary benefit of a hair follicle drug test include a much longer detection period for drug use which typically is up to 90 days. However, when screening drug use within the last 5 days the urine test continues to be the most accurate test.

Hair Follicle Drug Test Process

The procedure used to perform a hair follicle test is simple, the drug testing specialist will cut approximately 120 strands of hair (not really a lot) utilize a chain of custody procedure and send the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. Drug testing centers require at least 1.5 inches of hair to perform this test and the hair generally needs to come from the head, however if the donor does not have head hair certain testing centers can use hair from chest, leg or arm pit.

If a donor has no hair on their body, than a hair test cannot be performed!

Hair Follicle Drug Test Results

Once the hair follicles have been analyzed by a certified laboratory they will then be reviewed and then verified by a Medical Review Officer (licensed Physician) who will than release the results. Generally a negative hair follicle drug test result is available in 2-3 days. A non-negative hair follicle drug test is available in approximately 5 days.

Urine cut-off levels are expressed in nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) or as a weight of drug per unit volume of urine. Hair cut-off levels are expressed in picograms per milligram (pg/mg) or as a weight of drug per unit weight of hair

5 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 5 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamine
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • Phencyclidine

5 Panel w/ Expanded Opiates Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 5 panel w/ expanded Opiates hair drug test screens for the standard 5 drugs but will also screen for Opiate class drugs such as pain killers, which may indicate abuse of prescription drugs

  • Amphetamine
  • Cocaine
  • Codeine
  • Marijuana
  • Morphine
  • Phencyclidine
  • Hydrocodone
  • Hydromorphone
  • Oxycodone
  • Oxymorphone
  • 6 AM- Heroine

10 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 10 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Methadone
  • Methamphetamine
  • Opiates
  • Phencyclidine
  • Propoxyphene

12 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 12 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Meperidine
  • Methadone
  • Opiates
  • Oxycodone
  • Phencyclidine
  • Propoxyphene
  • Tramadol

To schedule a Hair follicle Drug Testing Buford, GA Call (800)221-4291.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc. is pleased to provide hair follicle drug testing, alcohol testing, occupational health and DNA testing services in Buford, GA.


4585 NELSON BROGDON BLVD 1.7 miles

4585 NELSON BROGDON BLVD
SUGAR HILL, GA 30518
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1950 BUFORD MILL DR STE E 2.5 miles

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BUFORD, GA 30519
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3276 BUFORD DR STE 102
BUFORD, GA 30519
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BUFORD, GA 30519
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4889 GOLDEN PKWY STE 100
BUFORD, GA 30518
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SUWANEE, GA 30024
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960 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD
SUWANEE, GA 30024
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SUWANEE, GA 30024
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LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
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Cumming, GA 30041
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2021 MARKET PLACE BLVD 8.6 miles

2021 MARKET PLACE BLVD
CUMMING, GA 30041
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301 SHYREWOOD DR 9.0 miles

301 SHYREWOOD DR
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
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755 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
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LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
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5875 THOMPSON MILL RD STE 100
HOSCHTON, GA 30548
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1159 WOODTRACE LN 9.5 miles

1159 WOODTRACE LN
AUBURN, GA 30011
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1330 Atlanta Hwy
Cumming, GA 30040
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4509 WINDER HWY
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542
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2575 PEACHTREE PKWY STE 100
CUMMING, GA 30041
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260 ELM ST 9.9 miles

260 ELM ST
CUMMING, GA 30040
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4275 JOHNS CREEK PKWY STE B 10.1 miles

4275 JOHNS CREEK PKWY STE B
SUWANEE, GA 30024
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2825 KEITH BRIDGE RD
CUMMING, GA 30041
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3703 WINDER HWY 10.4 miles

3703 WINDER HWY
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542
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575 PROFESSIONAL DR STE 280 10.8 miles

575 PROFESSIONAL DR STE 280
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
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575 Professional Drive Ste 200, 10.8 miles

575 Professional Drive Ste 200,
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
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3626 OLD OAKWOOD RD 10.8 miles

3626 OLD OAKWOOD RD
OAKWOOD, GA 30566
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783 N CLAYTON ST 10.8 miles

783 N CLAYTON ST
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30046
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45 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 103 10.9 miles

45 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 103
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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10820 ABBOTTS BRIDGE RD STE 3000
DULUTH, GA 30097
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368 W PIKE ST STE 107
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
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1580 BOGGS RD STE 700 12.2 miles

1580 BOGGS RD STE 700
DULUTH, GA 30096
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3800 PLEASANT HILL RD STE 1
DULUTH, GA 30096
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2145 CENTENNIAL DR 12.4 miles

2145 CENTENNIAL DR
GAINESVILLE, GA 30504
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3490 PLEASANT HILL RD 12.5 miles

3490 PLEASANT HILL RD
DULUTH, GA 30096
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9775 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD STE B
DULUTH, GA 30097
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9690 VENTANA WAY 13.0 miles

9690 VENTANA WAY
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
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289 GRAYSON HWY 13.1 miles

289 GRAYSON HWY
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
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3043 HARTRIGHT BEND CT 13.2 miles

3043 HARTRIGHT BEND CT
DULUTH, GA 30096
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2800 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE F 13.3 miles

2800 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE F
DULUTH, GA 30097
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3360 SATELLITE BLVD STE 3
DULUTH, GA 30096
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3551 SATELLITE BLVD
DULUTH, GA 30096
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10945 STATE BRIDGE RD
JOHNS CREEK, GA 30022
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3675 SATELLITE BLVD STE 840 13.8 miles

3675 SATELLITE BLVD STE 840
DULUTH, GA 30096
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5670 ATLANTA HWY STE C-1 14.3 miles

5670 ATLANTA HWY STE C-1
ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
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3055 North Point Pkwy, Ste 300 15.0 miles

3055 North Point Pkwy, Ste 300
Alpharetta, GA 30005
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MILTON, GA 30004
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12994 HIGHWAY 9 N
MILTON, GA 30004
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3653 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044
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530 SPRING ST SE 15.8 miles

530 SPRING ST SE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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2878 FIVE FORKS TRICKUM RD
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044
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1240 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 370 16.7 miles

1240 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 370
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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1250 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 500
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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1800 Tree Ln. Suite 310 16.8 miles

1800 Tree Ln. Suite 310
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
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10905 HAYNES BRIDGE RD
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
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597 S ENOTA DR NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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597 S ENOTA DR
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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2118 SCENIC HWY N STE H
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
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108 PROMINENCE CT STE 200
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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108 PROMINENCE CT STE 100
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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11780 NORTHFALL LN STE 301
ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
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2138 SCENIC HWY N STE F
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
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NORCROSS, GA 30092
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3300 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD STE 110
NORCROSS, GA 30092
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1080 LUMPKIN CAMPGROUND RD S
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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6300 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 110
NORCROSS, GA 30071
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3295 River Exchange Dr Ste 584
NORCROSS, GA 30092
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6475 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 200
NORCROSS, GA 30071
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6825 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 1100
NORCROSS, GA 30071
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6760 Jimmy Carter Blvd Ste 150
Norcross, GA 30071
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2458 LIMESTONE PKWY STE A
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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675 WHITE SULPHUR RD
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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2356 LENORA CHURCH RD
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
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112 LANTHIER ST
WINDER, GA 30680
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11660 ALPHARETTA HWY, BLDG 700
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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1305 HEMBREE RD STE 103
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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11205 ALPHARETTA HWY STE G2
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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6438 DAWSON BLVD STE D
NORCROSS, GA 30093
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990 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD STE 4
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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880 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD STE 150B
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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3170 LENORA CHURCH RD STE 220
SNELLVILLE, GA 30039
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600 HOUZE WAY STE C1
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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4765 STONE MOUNTAIN HWY STE D
LILBURN, GA 30047
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55 W CROSSVILLE RD
ROSWELL, GA 30075
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1745 OLD SPRING HOUSE LN 470
ATLANTA, GA 30338
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2256 ROCKBRIDGE RD
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30087
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5019 LAVISTA RD
TUCKER, GA 30084
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3987 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY STE B
TUCKER, GA 30084
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3678 N Peachtree Rd Ste 202
Chamblee, GA 30341
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1575 MOUNT VERNON RD
DUNWOODY, GA 30338
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1776 OLD SPRING HOUSE LN STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30338
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9410B WILLEO RD
ROSWELL, GA 30075
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4360 CHAMBLEE DUNWOODY RD STE 515
ATLANTA, GA 30341
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1095 WOODSTOCK RD
ROSWELL, GA 30075
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81 NORTHSIDE DAWSON DR STE 205
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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5464 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD
CHAMBLEE, GA 30341
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6808 DEER TRAIL LN
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30087
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1654 WASHINGTON ST
JEFFERSON, GA 30549
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4805 BRIARCLIFF RD NE STE 108
ATLANTA, GA 30345
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2151A IDLEWOOD RD
TUCKER, GA 30084
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755 MOUNT VERNON HWY NE STE 270
ATLANTA, GA 30328
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22 S PUBLIC SQ
JEFFERSON, GA 30549
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5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd NE,
Atlanta, GA 30342
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993 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE BLDG 210
ATLANTA, GA 30342
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6660 ROSWELL RD
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30328
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1462 W. MONTREAL RD STE 114
TUCKER, GA 30084
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975 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE STE 320
ATLANTA, GA 30342
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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

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  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

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Hair Follicle Drug Testing: An Overview

Hair follicle drug testing is a method used to detect the use of illicit drugs or the misuse of prescription drugs over an extended period. Unlike urine tests, which can detect recent drug use, hair follicle testing provides a longer window of detection, typically up to 90 days. This overview explores how hair follicle drug testing works, its applications, and its benefits.

How Hair Follicle Drug Testing Works

The process involves taking a small sample of hair, usually from the head but sometimes from the body if scalp hair is insufficient. The hair is tested to identify drugs and their metabolites, which are deposited in the hair from the bloodstream. This method is sensitive to a wide range of substances, including marijuana, cocaine, opiates, methamphetamine, and phencyclidine (PCP).

Applications of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  • Employment Screening: Many employers use hair follicle testing as part of their pre-employment screening processes and in regular checks to ensure a drug-free workplace.
  • Legal and Forensic Cases: This testing is used in legal settings to provide evidence in custody disputes, DUI cases, and other legal matters requiring proof of drug use.
  • Rehabilitation Monitoring: Health care providers and rehab centers use hair tests to monitor individuals recovering from drug addiction.

Advantages of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  1. Long Detection Period: Can detect drug use for up to 90 days, making it more effective for identifying long-term drug use than other testing methods.
  2. Tamper Resistance: The nature of hair sample collection makes it difficult to tamper with or substitute samples, providing more accurate results.
  3. Non-invasive: The process is simple and does not require the handling of bodily fluids, making it less invasive and safer to administer.

Considerations and Limitations

While hair follicle drug testing is highly effective, there are considerations to keep in mind:

  • Growth Rate Variability: Hair growth rates can vary from person to person, potentially affecting the detection window.
  • Potential for External Contamination: Drugs can sometimes be absorbed from the environment, leading to potential false positives, though washing the hair sample prior to testing can mitigate this risk.
  • Cultural and Personal Concerns: The requirement of hair samples can raise concerns among those with hair loss or individuals whose cultural practices affect hair grooming or styling.

Hair follicle drug testing is a reliable and comprehensive method for detecting drug use over an extended period. It is widely used across various sectors for its accuracy and tamper-resistant methodology, making it a valuable tool in maintaining drug-free environments and supporting legal and medical interventions.

Local Area Info: Buford, Georgia

Buford is a city in Gwinnett and Hall counties in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 12,225. Most of the city is in Gwinnett County, which is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta Metropolitan Statistical Area. The portions of the city in Hall County are not part of Atlanta's metropolitan statistical area, but are part of Atlanta's larger Combined Statistical Area, which includes Hall County.

The city was founded in 1872 after a railroad was built in the area connecting Charlotte, North Carolina, with Atlanta. Buford was named after Algernon Sidney Buford, who at the time was president of the Atlanta and Richmond Air-Line Railway. The city's leather industry, led by the Bona Allen Company, as well as its location as a railway stop, caused the population to expand during the early 1900s until after the Great Depression had ended.

The city operates its own school district, the Buford City School District, and has been the birthplace and home of several musicians and athletes. Various tourist locations, including museums and community centers, the largest mall in the state of Georgia, the Mall of Georgia, and Lake Lanier Islands are in the Buford region.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 14,868 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: +39.4%

Population (female): 7,461

Median Age: 36.6 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Buford: 95.8 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Georgia and other state lists, there were 58 registered sex offenders living in Buford, Georgia as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Buford is 249 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (12.5%), English (7.2%), Irish (4.9%), German (2.8%), French Canadian (2.1%), European (1.3%).

Elevation: 1187 feet

Land Area: 14.7 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $52,113 (it was $38,733 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,232 (it was $18,308 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $216,793 (it was $95,400 in 2000) Buford:$216,793GA:$173,700

Races:
      White alone - 7,288 - 48.1%
      Hispanic - 4,900 - 32.3%
      Black alone - 1,950 - 12.9%
      Asian alone - 527 - 3.5%
      Two or more races - 276 - 1.8%
      American Indian alone - 26 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 10 - 0.07%

Buford appears in historical records beginning in the early 19th century. The area that is now Buford was originally part of Cherokee territory. Despite the treaty in 1817 that ceded the territory to the United States and Gwinnett County's legislative establishment in 1818, the area was still largely inhabited by the Cherokee until the 1830s. The first non-Native Americans moved to the Buford area in the late 1820s or early 1830s, although the Buford area was not largely settled by them until the 1860s.

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