Charlack, MO Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,360 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -5.0%

Population (male): 654

Median Age: 32.6 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $882.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Charlack: 87.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.3%

Sex Offenders:

Land Area: 0.26 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 695 - 51.3%
      Black alone - 536 - 39.5%
      Two or more races - 52 - 3.8%
      Hispanic - 40 - 2.9%
      Asian alone - 31 - 2.3%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.2%

Charlack has been criticized by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for painting speed camera calibration lines on the highway without obtaining the proper permission. The Post-Dispatch has also reported that Charlack has complied with a previous agreement to man the speed camera stations. The department contracts with an outside vendor to collect traffic fines online.

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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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Hair Follicle Drug Testing Charlack, MO

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


Hair follicle drug testing Charlack, MO 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 Charlack, MO centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Charlack, MO 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 Charlack, MO 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 Charlack, MO.


State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma 3.6 miles

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma
Branson West, MO 65737
Categories: Branson West MO

119 CHURCH ST STE 223 3.7 miles

119 CHURCH ST STE 223
FERGUSON, MO 63135
Categories: FERGUSON MO

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305 3.8 miles

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305
CLAYTON, MO 63105
Categories: CLAYTON MO

642 Clayton Rd. 5.0 miles

642 Clayton Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63117
Categories: Saint Louis MO

11550 OLIVE BLVD 5.5 miles

11550 OLIVE BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

637 DUNN RD STE 155 5.5 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 155
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

83 PROGRESS PKWY 5.5 miles

83 PROGRESS PKWY
MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO 63043
Categories: MARYLAND HEIGHTS MO

637 DUNN RD STE 100 5.6 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 100
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
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637 Dunn Rd Ste 135 5.6 miles

637 Dunn Rd Ste 135
Hazelwood, MO 63042
Categories: Hazelwood MO

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD 5.7 miles

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

463 LYNN HAVEN LN 5.7 miles

463 LYNN HAVEN LN
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
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3446 MCKELVEY RD 5.7 miles

3446 MCKELVEY RD
BRIDGETON, MO 63044
Categories: BRIDGETON MO

11700 STUDT AVE 5.8 miles

11700 STUDT AVE
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
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747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD 5.9 miles

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208, 5.9 miles

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208,
Bridgeton, MO 63044
Categories: Bridgeton MO

40 N Kingshighway, 6.0 miles

40 N Kingshighway,
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Categories: Saint Louis MO

7220 N LINDBERGH BLVD #STE 250-60 CARGO BAY BLDG 6.0 miles

7220 N LINDBERGH BLVD #STE 250-60 CARGO BAY BLDG
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

8340 N BROADWAY 6.2 miles

8340 N BROADWAY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63147
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6542 MANCHESTER AVE 6.2 miles

6542 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
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2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B 6.2 miles

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63143
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2880 NETHERTON, STE 101 6.4 miles

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63136
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

9556 MANCHESTER RD 6.5 miles

9556 MANCHESTER RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

5000 MANCHESTER AVE 6.7 miles

5000 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

615 S NEW BALLAS RD 6.8 miles

615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2331 HAMPTON AVE 6.8 miles

2331 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
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2348 HAMPTON AVE 6.8 miles

2348 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd, 7.1 miles

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd,
Florissant, MO 63033
Categories: Florissant MO

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR 7.1 miles

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200 7.1 miles

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
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6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100 7.9 miles

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63109
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3100 Market St 8.1 miles

3100 Market St
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
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8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A 8.3 miles

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
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120 KENRICK PLZ 8.5 miles

120 KENRICK PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1720 OLIVE ST 9.0 miles

1720 OLIVE ST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1050 OLD DES PERES RD STE 100 9.1 miles

1050 OLD DES PERES RD STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1000 Des Peres Road Suite 200 9.1 miles

1000 Des Peres Road Suite 200
St. Louis, MO 63131
Categories: St. Louis MO

50 MONROE ST 9.2 miles

50 MONROE ST
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

400 N TUCKER BLVD 9.3 miles

400 N TUCKER BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

455 S KIRKWOOD RD 9.4 miles

455 S KIRKWOOD RD
KIRKWOOD, MO 63122
Categories: KIRKWOOD MO

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2 9.5 miles

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

8300 VALCOUR AVE 9.7 miles

8300 VALCOUR AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63123
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

10296 BIG BEND RD Ste 110 9.8 miles

10296 BIG BEND RD Ste 110
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63122
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

13610 BARRETT OFFICE DR STE 100 10.2 miles

13610 BARRETT OFFICE DR STE 100
MANCHESTER, MO 63021
Categories: MANCHESTER MO

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4 10.7 miles

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
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2044 MADISON AVE STE G1 10.7 miles

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
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2100 MADISON AVE 10.7 miles

2100 MADISON AVE
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
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224 S WOODS MILL RD STE 360 S MED BLDG 10.7 miles

224 S WOODS MILL RD STE 360 S MED BLDG
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

2101 COLLIER CORPORATE PKWY 10.8 miles

2101 COLLIER CORPORATE PKWY
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63303
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2621 RAYMOND DR 10.9 miles

2621 RAYMOND DR
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

1794 ZUMBEHL RD 11.1 miles

1794 ZUMBEHL RD
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63303
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E 12.0 miles

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

28 RONNIES PLZ 12.1 miles

28 RONNIES PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63126
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

16091 SWINGLEY RIDGE RD STE 150 12.4 miles

16091 SWINGLEY RIDGE RD STE 150
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1 12.5 miles

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
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128 MATRIX COMMONS DR 12.7 miles

128 MATRIX COMMONS DR
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

4700 NAMEOKI RD 12.8 miles

4700 NAMEOKI RD
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

400 FOUNTAIN LAKES BLVD 12.9 miles

400 FOUNTAIN LAKES BLVD
ST CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: ST CHARLES MO

2900 LEMAY FERRY RD STE 101 13.0 miles

2900 LEMAY FERRY RD STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63125
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

12345 W BEND DR 13.3 miles

12345 W BEND DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

10010 KENNERLY RD 13.5 miles

10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

9950 Kennerly Rd, 13.6 miles

9950 Kennerly Rd,
Saint Louis, MO 63128
Categories: Saint Louis MO

15421 CLAYTON RD STE 301 13.7 miles

15421 CLAYTON RD STE 301
BALLWIN, MO 63011
Categories: BALLWIN MO

1405 JUNGERMANN RD STE B 13.7 miles

1405 JUNGERMANN RD STE B
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

4101 Mexico Rd Ste E, 13.8 miles

4101 Mexico Rd Ste E,
Saint Peters, MO 63376
Categories: Saint Peters MO

60 GAILWOOD DR STE B 13.9 miles

60 GAILWOOD DR STE B
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
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17300 N Outer 40 Ste 104, 14.0 miles

17300 N Outer 40 Ste 104,
Chesterfield, MO 63005
Categories: Chesterfield MO

508 OLD SMIZER MILL RD 14.1 miles

508 OLD SMIZER MILL RD
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

714 GRAVOIS RD Ste 100 14.3 miles

714 GRAVOIS RD Ste 100
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

205 FIRST EXECUTIVE AVENUE 14.4 miles

205 FIRST EXECUTIVE AVENUE
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

15620 MANCHESTER RD 14.5 miles

15620 MANCHESTER RD
ELLISVILLE, MO 63011
Categories: ELLISVILLE MO

233 CLARKSON RD 14.9 miles

233 CLARKSON RD
ELLISVILLE, MO 63011
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300 SAINT PETERS CENTRE BLVD STE 150 15.0 miles

300 SAINT PETERS CENTRE BLVD STE 150
St. Peters, MO 63376
Categories: St. Peters MO

17838 CHESTERFIELD AIRPORT RD 15.4 miles

17838 CHESTERFIELD AIRPORT RD
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63005
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

13303 TESSON FERRY RD 15.4 miles

13303 TESSON FERRY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

107 PIPER HILL DR STE 100 ST. PETERS CARE CENTER 15.7 miles

107 PIPER HILL DR STE 100 ST. PETERS CARE CENTER
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

1051 WOLFRUM RD 16.3 miles

1051 WOLFRUM RD
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63304
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

900 S CENTRAL AVE 17.2 miles

900 S CENTRAL AVE
ROXANNA, IL 62084
Categories: ROXANNA IL

7706 WAGNER RD 17.3 miles

7706 WAGNER RD
MILLSTADT, IL 62260
Categories: MILLSTADT IL

325 MADISON AVE 17.4 miles

325 MADISON AVE
WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
Categories: WOOD RIVER IL

5031 N Illinois 17.5 miles

5031 N Illinois
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
Categories: Fairview Heights IL

237b E Center Dr, 17.9 miles

237b E Center Dr,
Alton, IL 62002
Categories: Alton IL

1901 TRADE CENTER DR 18.7 miles

1901 TRADE CENTER DR
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

4 ABINGTON CT 18.7 miles

4 ABINGTON CT
ST. PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: ST. PETERS MO

2967 HIGHWAY K 19.7 miles

2967 HIGHWAY K
O FALLON, MO 63368
Categories: O FALLON MO

300 WINDING WOODS DR STE 100 20.0 miles

300 WINDING WOODS DR STE 100
O FALLON, MO 63366
Categories: O FALLON MO

108B NORTHPORT DR ALTON MED, CTR. LOWER LEVEL 20.1 miles

108B NORTHPORT DR ALTON MED, CTR. LOWER LEVEL
ALTON, IL 62002
Categories: ALTON IL

3619 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR 20.2 miles

3619 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR
ARNOLD, MO 63010
Categories: ARNOLD MO

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5, 20.2 miles

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5,
Belleville, IL 62223
Categories: Belleville IL

3613 RICHARDSON SQUARE STE 300 20.3 miles

3613 RICHARDSON SQUARE STE 300
ARNOLD, MO 63010
Categories: ARNOLD MO

102 ROTTINGHAM, STE 2 20.3 miles

102 ROTTINGHAM, STE 2
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
Categories: EDWARDSVILLE IL

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400 20.4 miles

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400
BELLEVILLE, IL 62226
Categories: BELLEVILLE IL

1181 S STATE ROUTE 157 20.4 miles

1181 S STATE ROUTE 157
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
Categories: EDWARDSVILLE IL

317 SALEM PL 20.7 miles

317 SALEM PL
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL 62208
Categories: FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS IL

623 W. 5TH STREET 21.0 miles

623 W. 5TH STREET
EUREKA, MO 63025
Categories: EUREKA MO

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150 21.0 miles

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150
MARYVILLE, IL 62062
Categories: MARYVILLE IL

98 The Legends Pkwy Ste 108, 21.1 miles

98 The Legends Pkwy Ste 108,
Eureka, MO 63025
Categories: Eureka MO

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A, 21.3 miles

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A,
Maryville, IL 62062
Categories: Maryville IL

5551 WINGHAVEN BLVD STE 100 21.9 miles

5551 WINGHAVEN BLVD STE 100
O FALLON, MO 63368
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1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400 23.5 miles

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400
SHILOH, IL 62269
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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

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

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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: Charlack, Missouri

Charlack is located at 38°42?13?N 90°20?33?W? / ?38.70361°N 90.34250°W? / 38.70361; -90.34250 (38.703651, -90.342619). The name of the city is a portmanteau, derived from its location at the intersection of St. Charles Rock Road with Lackland Road.

In 1945, the village was patrolled by Charlack's first sheriff accompanied by two deputies. The Police Department now has eight full-time employees, a chief, a pair of sergeants and six patrolmen as well as five reserve officers. The department has approximately nine patrol vehicles ranging from 4-5 Dodge Chargers, a Ford Explorer, a Dodge Sprinter Van, and a Ford Escape Hybrid outfitted as a Mobile Radar Photo Enforcement Unit made by Redflex Systems and acquired in late 2011. It also has a Chevy van used to set up photo enforcement cameras. Dispatch is provided by St. Louis County.[citation needed]

Charlack began using speed cameras in March 2010. The cameras are provided by B&W Sensors, a company located in St. Louis. The speed cameras are on a mobile trailer which is located on top of I-170 on the Lackland Road Overpass. Charlack's then-police chief, Tony Umbertino, claimed that traffic fines account for about 29% of Charlack's operating budget. According to the then- Police Chief Umbertino, "The cameras have also been used on Lackland Road and Midland Road earlier in the year." Umbertino also served as the town manager.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,360 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -5.0%

Population (male): 654

Median Age: 32.6 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $882.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Charlack: 87.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.3%

Sex Offenders:

Land Area: 0.26 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 695 - 51.3%
      Black alone - 536 - 39.5%
      Two or more races - 52 - 3.8%
      Hispanic - 40 - 2.9%
      Asian alone - 31 - 2.3%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.2%

Charlack has been criticized by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for painting speed camera calibration lines on the highway without obtaining the proper permission. The Post-Dispatch has also reported that Charlack has complied with a previous agreement to man the speed camera stations. The department contracts with an outside vendor to collect traffic fines online.

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