Hair Follicle Drug Testing Canton, MI
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides Hair Follicle drug testing Canton, MI for individuals and employers needing a drug test utilizing the hair follicle analysis process. To schedule a hair follicle drug test in Canton, MI, Call (800) 221-4291. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.
Hair follicle drug testing Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI.
2050 N HAGGERTY RD STE 140 1.8 miles
CANTON, MI 48187
44237 Michigan Avenue 2.4 miles
Canton, MI 48188
8577 N WAYNE RD 5.2 miles
WESTLAND, MI 48185
34095 PLYMOUTH RD 6.5 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
11583 Farmington Rd, 6.8 miles
Livonia, MI 48150
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WAYNE, MI 48184
41005 E HURON RIVER DR 7.2 miles
BELLEVILLE, MI 48111
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NORTHVILLE, MI 48167
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LIVONIA, MI 48150
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Dearborn, MI 48124
2008 HOGBACK RD STE 1 10.8 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48105
23455 MICHIGAN AVE 11.0 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48124
39555 W 10 Mile Rd Ste 301 11.1 miles
Novi, MI 48375
40015 Grand River Road, Suite 115 11.4 miles
Novi, MI 48375
1745 DACOSTA ST 11.5 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48128
24095 CHAMPAIGN ST 11.5 miles
TAYLOR, MI 48180
47601 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B230 THE OUTPATIENT CENTER 11.5 miles
NOVI, MI 48374
3280 WASHTENAW AVE 11.6 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48104
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NOVI, MI 48375
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NOVI, MI 48375
32620 GRAND RIVER AVE 11.9 miles
FARMINGTON, MI 48336
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12701 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 12.8 miles
TAYLOR, MI 48180
22316 PONTIAC TRL 13.0 miles
SOUTH LYON, MI 48178
1000 E STADIUM BLVD 13.6 miles
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22976 OUTER DR 13.6 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48124
3131 S STATE ST STE 100 14.1 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48108
7445 Allen Rd, Suite 150 14.1 miles
Allen Park, MI 48101
17500 FEDERAL DR STE 750 14.3 miles
ALLEN PARK, MI 48101
22341 W 8 Mile Rd 14.4 miles
Detroit, MI 48219
28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103 15.0 miles
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334
29600 S WIXOM RD 15.0 miles
WIXOM, MI 48393
1785 W STADIUM BLVD 15.1 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48103
3022 DIX HWY 15.3 miles
LINCOLN PARK, MI 48146
14523 Northline Rd 15.8 miles
Southgate, MI 48195
30488 MILFORD RD 15.8 miles
NEW HUDSON, MI 48165
26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117 15.9 miles
Southfield, MI 48034
33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170 16.0 miles
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304 16.6 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100 16.6 miles
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
140 S INDUSTRIAL DR 16.9 miles
SALINE, MI 48176
3001 MILLER RD 16.9 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48120
13316 W MCNICHOLS RD 17.1 miles
DETROIT, MI 48235
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22505 ALLEN RD 17.3 miles
WOODHAVEN, MI 48183
22255 GREENFIELD RD STE 422 17.4 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
19200 WEST RD 17.6 miles
WOODHAVEN, MI 48183
14720 King Rd, Suite D 17.8 miles
Riverview, MI 48193
26185 GREENFIELD RD 18.5 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48076
18984 LIVERNOIS AVE 19.2 miles
DETROIT, MI 48221
2455 Union Lake Rd, 20.1 miles
Commerce Township, MI 48382
641 W 9 MILE RD STE C 20.1 miles
FERNDALE, MI 48220
1021 KARL GREIMEL DR 20.5 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48116
8944 MACOMB ST 20.7 miles
GROSSE ILE, MI 48138
425 PARK AVE 21.1 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
2530 CROOKS RD STE 2 21.4 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48073
4229 CASS AVE 21.4 miles
DETROIT, MI 48201
4201 SAINT ANTOINE ST 22.0 miles
DETROIT, MI 48201
9100 BROMBACH ST 22.3 miles
HAMTRAMCK, MI 48212
1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3 22.3 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
8580 W GRAND RIVER AVE 22.4 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48116
1555 MACK AVE 22.5 miles
DETROIT, MI 48207
555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1 22.6 miles
Clawson, MI 48017
1360 S MILFORD RD 23.1 miles
HIGHLAND, MI 48357
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106 23.3 miles
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
2630 E JEFFERSON AVE 23.5 miles
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CLAWSON, MI 48017
1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202 23.6 miles
Waterford, MI 48328
555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200 23.6 miles
Madison Heights, MI 48071
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1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105 23.7 miles
TROY, MI 48084
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461 W HURON ST 24.1 miles
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627 E MAPLE RD STE 200 24.1 miles
TROY, MI 48083
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BRIGHTON, MI 48114
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BRIGHTON, MI 48114
6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200 24.5 miles
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5800 Highland Rd 24.5 miles
Waterford, MI 48327
2191 S BLVD 24.6 miles
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
1663 STEPHENSON HWY 24.7 miles
TROY, MI 48083
2253 HAMPTON ST 24.8 miles
WHITE LAKE, MI 48386
31 OAKLAND AVE 24.8 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48342
29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200 25.1 miles
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22605 VAN DYKE AVE 25.3 miles
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HARTLAND, MI 48353
25429 VAN DYKE AVE 25.9 miles
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11166 HIGHLAND RD 25.9 miles
HARTLAND, MI 48353
5575 CONNER ST 26.1 miles
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26400 Van Dyke Ave, 26.2 miles
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337 STEWART RD 26.2 miles
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100 POWELL DR Ste 8 26.4 miles
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898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER 26.9 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48340
901 N MACOMB ST STE 1 26.9 miles
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290 W WALTON BLVD 26.9 miles
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38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102 27.1 miles
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31700 VAN DYKE AVE 27.5 miles
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1046 N Monroe St, Lower Level 27.5 miles
Monroe, MI 48162
15000 GRATIOT AVE 27.5 miles
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1915 N PERRY ST 27.8 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48340
On site only 27.8 miles
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3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130 28.2 miles
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PO BOX 511 28.3 miles
CHELSEA, MI 48118
775 S MAIN ST PO BOX 490 28.3 miles
CHELSEA, MI 48118
5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202 28.7 miles
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745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340 29.0 miles
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48307
135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103 29.2 miles
Rochester, MI 48307
17211 MACK AVE 29.2 miles
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6310 SASHABAW RD STE D 29.5 miles
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19251 MACK AVE STE 100 30.1 miles
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40732 VAN DYKE AVE 30.1 miles
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22850 Kelly Rd, Suite B 30.3 miles
Eastpointe, MI 48021
20311 MACK AVE 30.5 miles
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1101 W UNIVERSITY DR 30.8 miles
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620 BYRON RD 31.5 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
31503 GRATIOT AVE 31.6 miles
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500 E POTTAWATAMIE ST 31.6 miles
TECUMSEH, MI 49286
200 S HIGHLANDER WAY 31.9 miles
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190 S HIGHLANDER WAY 31.9 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
33089 GROESBECK HWY 32.0 miles
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39333 Van Dyke 32.3 miles
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UTICA, MI 48316
1398 ROSS LN 33.0 miles
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45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD 33.3 miles
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1424 S Lapeer Rd, 33.4 miles
Lake Orion, MI 48360
43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135 33.7 miles
Clinton Township, MI 48038
32008 HARPER AVE 33.8 miles
SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI 48082
5449 S OCCIDENTAL RD 33.8 miles
TECUMSEH, MI 49286
43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121 34.3 miles
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HOWELL, MI 48843
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51863 SCHOENHERR RD 35.4 miles
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
3220 W SILVER LAKE RD 36.5 miles
FENTON, MI 48430
1770 23 Mile Road 36.7 miles
Macomb Township, MI 48044
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385 N LAPEER RD 37.5 miles
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157 W BROOKE LN 38.8 miles
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7581 Secor Rd 39.2 miles
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GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
5911 BENORE RD 40.5 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43612
50110 GRATIOT AVE 40.9 miles
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48051
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FLINT, MI 48532
2265 S LINDEN RD STE A 41.1 miles
FLINT, MI 48532
3434 REGENCY DRIVE, SUITE B 41.4 miles
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
8401 HOLLY RD 41.9 miles
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
12821 S. SAGINAW ST, STE D13 42.7 miles
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53379 GRATIOT AVE 42.8 miles
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48051
30795 23 MILE RD 42.8 miles
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48047
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TOLEDO, OH 43613
723 PHILLIPS AVE 43.0 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43612
3950 Sunforest Court, Suite 100 43.4 miles
Toledo, OH 43623
2213 CHERRY ST OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH DEPT. 43.6 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43608
32743 23 MILE RD STE 120 43.7 miles
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48047
4945 PARKLANDS DR 43.9 miles
SYLVANIA, OH 43560
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TOLEDO, OH 43606
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Grand Blanc, MI 48439
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GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
5494 S Dort Hwy 45.2 miles
Flint, MI 48507
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TOLEDO, OH 43617
80650 VAN DYKE RD 45.7 miles
BRUCE TWP, MI 48065
6800 W CENTRAL AVE BLDG L 2 46.4 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43617
3028 NAVARRE AVE 46.5 miles
OREGON, OH 43616
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TOLEDO, OH 43615
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JACKSON, MI 49201
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Jackson, MI 49201
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FLINT, MI 48507
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FLINT, MI 48507
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TOLEDO, OH 43614
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FLINT, MI 48503
1097 S State Rd, Unit 2 48.9 miles
Davison, MI 48423
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TOLEDO, OH 43614
1459 S CENTER RD 49.2 miles
BURTON, MI 48509
3000 ARLINGTON AVE MS1099 49.4 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43614
2195 SPRING ARBOR RD 49.4 miles
JACKSON, MI 49203
4067 East Court St, Suite 4 49.6 miles
Burton, MI 48509
7010 SPRING MEADOWS DR W STE 101 49.7 miles
HOLLAND, OH 43528
649 S SAGINAW ST 49.9 miles
FLINT, MI 48502
10021 Marine City WYW 49.9 miles
Ira, MI 48023
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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Local Area Info: Canton, Michigan
Canton, officially the Charter Township of Canton, is a charter township of Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is located about 8 miles (13 km) west of the city limits of Detroit and 8 miles (13 km) east of the city limits of Ann Arbor. As of the 2010 census, the township had a population of 90,173, making it Michigan's second largest township and eleventh largest community. Canton is ranked as 96th highest-income place in the United States with a population of 50,000 or more. Canton Township is also consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in the United States, as well as in the state of Michigan. In 2015, the township was ranked as the 29th safest city in the U.S. Canton is one of Michigan's fastest growing communities.
Earlier, on October 20, 1829, the legislature had passed a bill creating the townships of Lima and Richland out of Bucklin Township. Governor Lewis Cass returned the acts unapproved, citing a conflict under the law. The names conflicted with post offices in existence, contrary to a territorial law from April 12, 1827, prohibiting incorporation of a new township bearing the same name as any existing post office. The legislature thus had to substitute the names of Nankin and Pekin after the cities of Nanjing (Nanking) and Beijing (Peking) in China. The name of Pekin was extinguished when it was renamed Redford in 1833.
The Township of Canton was created by act of the Michigan Territorial Legislature on March 7, 1834 out of a southern portion of Plymouth Township. It was named in honor of the port and provincial capital known historically as Canton, Imperial China, known today from the pinyin standard as Guangzhou.