Bladensburg, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 9,450 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +23.4%

Median Age: 33.7 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,249.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Bladensburg: 166.7 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 21.9% for Black residents, 16.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 14.7% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: African (2.7%), Haitian (2.5%), Nigerian (1.9%), Jamaican (1.1%).

Population Density:

With the establishment in 1747 of a government tobacco inspection system, Bladensburg became a designated tobacco inspection and grading port. The Market Master's House is evidence of that role.

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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 Bladensburg, MD

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


Hair follicle drug testing Bladensburg, MD 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 Bladensburg, MD centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Bladensburg, MD 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 Professionals 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 includes 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 Bladensburg, MD 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 Bladensburg, MD.


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4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
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WASHINGTON, DC 20017
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6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 4.2 miles

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College Park, MD 20740
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7933 BELLE POINT DR 4.7 miles

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GREENBELT, MD 20770
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3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 4.9 miles

3422 GEORGIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
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3510 HEIDI LN 5.1 miles

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SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
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911 U ST NW 5.1 miles

911 U ST NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
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LANHAM, MD 20706
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8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204
LANDOVER, MD 20785
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HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
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SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
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BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
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815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
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LANHAM, MD 20706
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WASHINGTON, DC 20036
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1145 19th Street NW Suite 506
Washington, DC 20036
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1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
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WASHINGTON, DC 20036
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2029 K ST NW STE 301
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
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9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 6.6 miles

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CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
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4729 SELLMAN RD
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
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2440 M St NW Ste 414, 6.8 miles

2440 M St NW Ste 414,
Washington, DC 20037
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11947 WINGED FOOT CT 6.9 miles

11947 WINGED FOOT CT
WALDORF, MD 20602
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11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 7.6 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
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11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
LARGO, MD 20774
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12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 7.6 miles

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
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9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 7.9 miles

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
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4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
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12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F
CHINO, CA 91710
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5606 HOLTON LN
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
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11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 9.2 miles

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700
WHEATON, MD 20902
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8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 9.4 miles

8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208
BETHESDA, MD 20814
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3301 WILSON BLVD 9.7 miles

3301 WILSON BLVD
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
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Onsite Only 9.7 miles

Onsite Only
Largo, MD 20774
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13823 OUTLET DR 9.9 miles

13823 OUTLET DR
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
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3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 10.0 miles

3263 COLUMBIA PIKE
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
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1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140 10.5 miles

1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
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3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 10.7 miles

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD
BOWIE, MD 20716
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4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 11.3 miles

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112,
Bowie, MD 20716
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P. O. BOX 376 11.3 miles

P. O. BOX 376
LAUREL, MD 20725
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225 REINEKERS LN 11.5 miles

225 REINEKERS LN
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
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5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
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3676 Alpen Greenway
Burtonsville, MD 20866
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4320 SEMINARY RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
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6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center
Falls Church, VA 22044
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6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
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4527 DUKE ST
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
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7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108
CLINTON, MD 20735
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On-site ONLY
LAUREL, MD 20724
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5130 DUKE ST STE 10
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
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8768 SUSINI DR
LAUREL, MD 20723
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920 W BROAD ST STE B
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22046
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6144 EDSALL RD APT 303
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
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PO BOX 59815 14.8 miles

PO BOX 59815
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
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6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300
Annandale, VA 22003
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7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B
Alexandria, VA 22306
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8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
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5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
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6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
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OLNEY, MD 20832
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5501 BACKLICK RD
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
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5510 ALMA LN STE 200
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
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8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206
FAIRFAX, VA 22031
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3020 Hamaker Court, B-110
Fairfax, VA 22031
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6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
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8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120,
Fairfax, VA 22031
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ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
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Rockville, MD 20850
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Rockville, MD 20850
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VIENNA, VA 22180
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6656 DOBBIN RD
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
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ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
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ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
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Elkridge, MD 21075
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11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202
Columbia, MD 21044
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42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ
STONE RIDGE, VA 20105
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8945 N WESTLAND DR
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
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431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
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3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
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408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
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3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
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WALDORF, MD 20601
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SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
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EDGEWATER, MD 21037
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803 RUSSELL AVE
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
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10560 MAIN ST
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
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808 LANDMARK DR STE 116
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
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10721 MAIN ST STE 3100
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
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820 Bestgate Rd,
Annapolis, MD 21401
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10721 Main Street, Suite 1400
Fairfax, VA 22030
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200 Hospital Dr Ste 103,
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
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3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104
WALDORF, MD 20602
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3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104,
Waldorf, MD 20602
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802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
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811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
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12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201
WALDORF, MD 20602
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1419 FOREST DR STE 104
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403
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3059 MARSHALL HALL RD
BRYANS ROAD, MD 20616
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3070 HEATHCOTE RD
WALDORF, MD 20602
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537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G
SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146
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106 Elden St Ste 18b,
Herndon, VA 20170
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11848 Robertson Farm Circle 23.5 miles

11848 Robertson Farm Circle
Fairfax, VA 22030
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208 ELDEN ST 23.5 miles

208 ELDEN ST
HERNDON, VA 20170
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701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 23.9 miles

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
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462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103 23.9 miles

462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103
HERNDON, VA 20170
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9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 23.9 miles

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101,
Ellicott City, MD 21043
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12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
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5822 OAKLAND RD
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
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19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
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19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
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3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
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20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205,
Germantown, MD 20876
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9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
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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

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  3. PDR.net

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  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

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  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

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  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

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  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

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  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

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  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

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Comprehensive Guide to Hair Follicle Drug Testing

Hair follicle drug testing is a sophisticated technique used to detect both illicit drug use and the misuse of prescription drugs over an extended period. This method of testing is favored for its ability to provide a detailed drug use history far beyond the capability of standard urine tests, which only capture drug use within days of consumption.

Understanding Hair Follicle Drug Testing

During a hair follicle drug test, a small sample of hair is collected, usually from the head. This sample is then analyzed to detect drug molecules and their metabolites that have been deposited into the hair from the bloodstream. Drugs that can be detected include but are not limited to cannabis, cocaine, opiates, and methamphetamine.

Key Applications

  • Workplace Compliance: Employers often implement hair follicle testing to maintain a drug-free work environment, especially in industries where safety is paramount.
  • Legal Evidence: In the legal arena, these tests can provide compelling evidence in cases such as custody disputes or driving under the influence (DUI) incidents.
  • Substance Abuse Monitoring: Rehabilitation centers may utilize hair tests to monitor individuals over time, ensuring adherence to treatment programs.

Benefits of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  1. Extended Window of Detection: Unlike other tests, hair follicle testing can detect drug use up to 90 days back, offering a long-range view into an individual's drug history.
  2. Low Risk of Tampering: Since hair samples are collected directly and observed, the risk of sample tampering is significantly reduced compared to other forms of testing.
  3. Less Invasive: Collecting hair is far less intrusive compared to blood tests, making it more comfortable for the individual being tested.

Limitations to Consider

Despite its advantages, hair follicle testing isn't without its challenges:

  • Rate of Hair Growth: Variations in hair growth rates can affect the detection period, slightly complicating the interpretation of results.
  • Environmental Contamination: In rare cases, drugs can be externally deposited onto the hair, although rigorous washing protocols before testing help mitigate this issue.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: The need for a hair sample can pose dilemmas for individuals with cultural or religious practices affecting their hair.

Hair follicle drug testing stands out as a reliable method for analyzing long-term drug use. Its application spans various fields from corporate environments to legal settings, making it an indispensable tool for ensuring safety and compliance with drug policies.

Local Area Info: Bladensburg, Maryland

Bladensburg is a town in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. The population was 9,148 at the 2010 census. Areas in Bladensburg have the ZIP code 20710. Bladensburg is 8.6 miles (13.8 km) from central Washington, D.C.

Originally called Garrison's Landing, Bladensburg was renamed in honor of Thomas Bladen, governor of Maryland, 1742–1747. Bladensburg was established in 1742 as a regional commercial center by an act of the Maryland General Assembly. The act also authorized the town commissioners to purchase 60 acres (240,000 m2) of land to be laid out in 1-acre (4,000 m2) lots. The act required that a house covering at least 400 square feet (37 m2) of ground with a brick or stone chimney be constructed within 18 months of the sale of the lot. As of 6 June 1746, only 18 of the lots had been improved according to the stipulations of the act. Christopher Lowndes' house, Bostwick, and those built by David Ross and William Hilleary (the William Hilleary House) were among them.

A seaport during the colonial period, Bladensburg is best remembered for the Battle of Bladensburg (1814) during the War of 1812, notable because it was the only battle in American history in which a sitting president (James Madison) rode into battle. America's eventual defeat, called "the greatest disgrace ever dealt to American arms", cleared the way for the burning of Washington by British troops. Its role as a seaport faded as the Anacostia River silted up and larger ships could no longer reach the port.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 9,450 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +23.4%

Median Age: 33.7 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,249.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Bladensburg: 166.7 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 21.9% for Black residents, 16.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 14.7% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: African (2.7%), Haitian (2.5%), Nigerian (1.9%), Jamaican (1.1%).

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With the establishment in 1747 of a government tobacco inspection system, Bladensburg became a designated tobacco inspection and grading port. The Market Master's House is evidence of that role.

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