Hair Follicle Drug Testing Plainfield, NJ
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides Hair Follicle drug testing Plainfield, NJ for individuals and employers needing a drug test utilizing the hair follicle analysis process. To schedule a hair follicle drug test in Plainfield, NJ, Call (800) 221-4291. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.
Hair follicle drug testing Plainfield, NJ 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 Plainfield, NJ centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Plainfield, NJ 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 Plainfield, NJ 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 Plainfield, NJ.
1569 US HIGHWAY 22 0.8 miles
WATCHUNG, NJ 7069
313 SOUTH AVE STE 104 1.5 miles
FANWOOD, NJ 7023
189 Elm St, Lower Level 3.2 miles
Westfield, NJ 7090
907 OAK TREE AVE STE H 4.0 miles
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 7080
904 Oak Tree Ave, Ste K 4.1 miles
South Plainfield, NJ 7080
2200 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE 4.1 miles
PISCATAWAY, NJ 8854
37 Mountain Blvd, Suite #5 4.4 miles
Warren, NJ 7059
100 COMMERCE PL 4.8 miles
CLARK, NJ 7066
116 CORPORATE BLVD STE E 5.8 miles
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 7080
200 US HIGHWAY 22 5.8 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
102 James Street, Suite 201 5.9 miles
Edison, NJ 8820
1080 STELTON RD 6.1 miles
PISCATAWAY, NJ 8854
90 US HIGHWAY 22 6.1 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
65 JAMES ST 6.2 miles
EDISON, NJ 8820
1200 GREEN ST 6.3 miles
ISELIN, NJ 8830
1100 Centennial Ave 6.4 miles
Piscataway, NJ 8854
259 TALMADGE RD 6.4 miles
EDISON, NJ 8817
16 ETHEL RD 6.6 miles
EDISON, NJ 8817
406 MILLTOWN RD 6.6 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
1025 W SAINT GEORGES AVE STE 1 7.1 miles
LINDEN, NJ 7036
328 W SAINT GEORGES AVE 7.3 miles
LINDEN, NJ 7036
1199 Amboy Ave, Store A-4 7.5 miles
Edison, NJ 8837
1 WOODBRIDGE CTR STE 400 7.7 miles
WOODBRIDGE, NJ 7095
2333 MORRIS AVE STE A12 8.0 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
345 PLAINFIELD AVE STE 101 8.0 miles
EDISON, NJ 8817
368 SPRING ST 8.1 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
18 LYONS MALL 8.2 miles
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
141 MAIN ST 8.3 miles
SOUTH BOUND BROOK, NJ 8880
225 MILLBURN AVE STE 303 8.4 miles
MILLBURN, NJ 7041
601 W UNION AVE 8.5 miles
BOUND BROOK, NJ 8805
2300 VAUXHALL RD 8.5 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
1896 Morris Ave, 2nd Floor 8.6 miles
Union, NJ 7083
711 E 1st Ave, Store #17 8.7 miles
Roselle, NJ 7203
116 MILLBURN AVE STE 102 8.7 miles
MILLBURN, NJ 7041
601 West Union Avenue, 8.9 miles
Bound Brook, NJ 8805
135 RARITAN CENTER PKWY 8.9 miles
EDISON, NJ 8837
2040 MILLBURN AVE STE 203 9.1 miles
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 7040
370 CAMPUS DR 9.3 miles
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
636 EASTON AVE 9.4 miles
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
500 WESTFIELD AVE 9.4 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7208
92 Albany Street, Ground Floor 9.7 miles
New Brunswick, NJ 8901
14 EASTON AVE STE 128 9.7 miles
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 8901
835 ROOSEVELT AVE 9.8 miles
CARTERET, NJ 7008
619 CHETWOOD ST 10.3 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7202
180 BOYDEN AVE 10.3 miles
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 7040
1 Anderson Rd, Ste 101, Lower Level Public Li 10.3 miles
Bernardsville, NJ 7924
101 Old Short Hills Road Suite 415 10.6 miles
West Orange, NJ 7052
60 1ST ST 10.9 miles
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ 7079
349 E Northfield Rd, Ste 203 11.0 miles
Livingston, NJ 7039
101 Madison Ave, Ste 101 11.0 miles
Morristown, NJ 7960
95 MADISON AVE STE 106 11.1 miles
MORRISTOWN, NJ 7960
350 Grove St 11.1 miles
Bridgewater, NJ 8807
14 RALEIGH CT 11.2 miles
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
595 DIVISION ST 11.5 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7201
606 DOWD AVE 11.7 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7201
49 Veronica Ave, Ste 203 11.8 miles
Somerset, NJ 8873
325 STATE ROUTE 10 12.1 miles
EAST HANOVER, NJ 7936
1110 SOUTH AVE Ste 306 12.2 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10314
7001 Amboy Rd, Tottenville Square Shopping Ce 12.2 miles
Staten Island, NY 10307
2031 FOREST AVE , STES 12 & 13 12.2 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10303
358 ARDEN AVE 12.8 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10312
418 STATE ROUTE 18 12.9 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
69 FIRST AVE 12.9 miles
RARITAN, NJ 8869
2960 Victory Boulevard 13.1 miles
Staten Island, NY 10314
340 AIRIS DR STE 203 13.2 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
339-1 AIRIS DR STE 205 13.2 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
375 MCCARTER HWY 13.4 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
77 CANON DR 13.5 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10314
2 CITY HALL PLZ STE 302 13.6 miles
RAHWAY, NJ 7065
456 PROSPECT AVE 13.6 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
651 Willowbrook Road, 13.8 miles
Staten Island, NY 10314
130 SPEEDWELL AVE 13.8 miles
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ 7950
303 OMNI DR 13.9 miles
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
3733 Richmond Avenue, 14.0 miles
Staten Island, NY 10312
221 CHESTNUT ST 14.1 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7105
177 Avenue A, 14.2 miles
Bayonne, NJ 7002
240 PORT RICHMOND AVE 14.3 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10302
4434 AMBOY RD 2ND FL 14.3 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10312
24 Commerce St, 4th floor, Suite 410 14.3 miles
Newark, NJ 7102
464 EAGLE ROCK AVE STE C 14.4 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
4855 Hylan Blvd, 14.6 miles
Staten Island, NY 10312
138 AVENUE C 14.6 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
3322 US HIGHWAY 22 STE 1101 14.9 miles
BRANCHBURG, NJ 8876
3322 US HIGHWAY 22 Building 1, Ste 1 14.9 miles
BRANCHBURG, NJ 8876
1020 Route 18, Unit 007 - Route 18 Shopping C 15.0 miles
East Brunswick, NJ 8816
78 Todt Hill Rd, Ste 109 15.2 miles
Staten Island, NY 10314
450 BERGEN ST 15.2 miles
HARRISON, NJ 7029
444-450 BERGEN ST HARRISON PLAZA SHOPPING MALL 15.3 miles
HARRISON, NJ 7029
564 BROADWAY 15.4 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
3311 Hylan Blvd, 15.5 miles
Staten Island, NY 10306
148 PARSIPPANY RD STE 2 15.6 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
579 CRANBURY RD STE A 15.6 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
31 NEW DORP LN 15.7 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10306
561 CRANBURY RD 15.7 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
451-479 DOREMUS AVE 15.7 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7105
620 CRANBURY RD 15.8 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
200 US HIGHWAY 46 15.8 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
880 AVENUE C 15.9 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
1 GREENWOOD AVE STE 102 16.0 miles
MONTCLAIR, NJ 7042
209 LEFANTE WAY 16.0 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
190 BALDWIN RD 16.0 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
294 NEW DORP LN 2ND FL 16.0 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10306
891 TABOR RD 16.1 miles
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ 7950
2627 Hylan Boulevard, Building A 16.1 miles
Staten Island, NY 10306
81 Randall Ave, 16.2 miles
Staten Island, NY 10301
49 Claremont Avenue, 16.2 miles
Montclair, NJ 7042
On-site only 16.6 miles
Staten Island, NY 10304
6 FELLEN PL 16.7 miles
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
50 Cherry Hill Rd, Ste 103 16.7 miles
Parsippany, NJ 7054
557 BROAD ST 16.7 miles
BLOOMFIELD, NJ 7003
1 Clara Maass Drive Cont Care Bldg 1st FL 17.0 miles
Belleville, NJ 7109
1361 Hylan Blvd, 17.0 miles
Staten Island, NY 10305
1085 CRANBURY SOUTH RIVER RD Ste 2 17.3 miles
JAMESBURG, NJ 8831
276 E Main St, 17.7 miles
Denville, NJ 7834
150 FAIRFIELD RD 17.7 miles
FAIRFIELD, NJ 7004
400 STATE ROUTE 10 17.8 miles
RANDOLPH, NJ 7869
477 Route 10 East, Suite 203 17.8 miles
Randolph, NJ 7869
178 FLOYD ST 17.9 miles
BELLEVILLE, NJ 7109
46 PARSIPPANY BLVD 17.9 miles
BOONTON, NJ 7005
3175 STATE ROUTE 10 Ste 500 18.0 miles
DENVILLE, NJ 7834
4105 US HIGHWAY 1 STE 1 18.5 miles
MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ 8852
854 W SIDE AVE 18.6 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
614 FRANKLIN AVE STE 101 18.9 miles
NUTLEY, NJ 7110
338 W MAIN ST 18.9 miles
BOONTON, NJ 7005
1355 BROAD ST 19.1 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
1 Bethany Rd, Building 5, Suite 67 19.3 miles
Hazlet, NJ 7730
464 VALLEY BROOK AVE 19.3 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
704 N Beers St, 19.3 miles
Holmdel, NJ 7733
2880 STATE ROUTE 35 19.4 miles
HAZLET, NJ 7730
600 Pavonia Ave, 3rd floor 19.4 miles
Jersey City, NJ 7306
881 Allwood Rd, Suite 103 19.4 miles
Clifton, NJ 7012
574 SUMMIT AVE 4th Floor 19.5 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
261 Monmouth Street 19.5 miles
Jersey City, NJ 7302
30 SEAVIEW DR 19.5 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
560 NEW YORK AVE 19.6 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
600 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE 19.7 miles
DOVER, NJ 7801
333 Forsgate Drive, Ste 203 20.0 miles
Jamesburg, NJ 8831
210 MEADOWLANDS PKWY 20.0 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
7601 4th Avenue, 20.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11209
1011 CLIFTON AVE STE 2C 20.3 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
On-site only 20.4 miles
Clifton, NJ 7013
16 BROOKWOOD RD 20.4 miles
TOWACO, NJ 7082
66 SUNSET STRIP 20.5 miles
SUCCASUNNA, NJ 7876
2 CENTRE DR STE 400 20.6 miles
MONROE, NJ 8831
522 CENTRAL AVE 20.7 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7307
17 Sylvan St, 20.8 miles
Rutherford, NJ 7070
100 COMMONS WAY STE 160 20.8 miles
HOLMDEL, NJ 7733
71 UNION AVE STE 103 20.9 miles
RUTHERFORD, NJ 7070
500 UNION BLVD 21.0 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
500 Union Blvd, 21.0 miles
Totowa, NJ 7512
501 STATE ROUTE 10 21.0 miles
LEDGEWOOD, NJ 7852
95 HUDSON ST 21.0 miles
HOBOKEN, NJ 7030
225 US HIGHWAY 46 STE A 21.1 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
42 BROADWAY STE 1900 21.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10004
65 BROADWAY SUITE 905 21.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10006
65 BROADWAY STE 903 21.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10006
1272 51st Street, 21.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11219
10 COSTCO DR 21.7 miles
MONROE, NJ 8831
1139 MAIN AVENUE 21.8 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7015
283 PIAGET AVE 21.8 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7011
4420 13TH AVE 21.9 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11219
120 Atlantic Avenue, 21.9 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11201
3196 KENNEDY BLVD 2ND FL 21.9 miles
UNION CITY, NJ 7087
139 Centre St, Suite 207, 22.1 miles
New York, NY 10013
186 JORALEMON ST 5TH 22.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
456 5TH AVE 2ND FL 22.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
50 COURT ST STE 1002 22.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
146 Pierrepont Street, 22.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11201
100 LIVINGSTON ST 4TH FLOOR 22.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
348 13th Street, Suite 102 22.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11215
418-420 5TH AVE 22.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
41 Elizabeth St, Suite 702 22.3 miles
New York, NY 10013
264 1ST ST 22.4 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
324 WEST 14TH ST 22.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10014
6413 BAY PARKWAY 22.4 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11204
601 Ewing St, Suite C-22 22.4 miles
Princeton, NJ 8540
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 22.5 miles
WOOD RIDGE, NJ 7075
1 METROTECH CTR 22.5 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
4914-4922 Kennedy Blvd., Suite 206 22.7 miles
West New York, NJ 7093
265 CHERRY ST 146 22.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10002
465 Ocean Parkway, Suite L3 22.8 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11218
50 Franklin Lane, Suite 202 22.9 miles
Manalapan, NJ 7726
202 W 23RD ST 22.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10011
2 KINGS HWY 23.1 miles
MIDDLETOWN, NJ 7748
22 W 23RD ST 2ND FL 23.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
5 PLAINSBORO RD STE 570 23.1 miles
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
3 LIBERTY ST, Suite 1016 23.1 miles
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
MIDTOWN STATION P. O. BOX 799 23.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
224 W 35TH ST STE 607 23.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10001
247 Third Ave, Ste 303 23.3 miles
New York, NY 10010
229 W 36TH ST 10TH FL 23.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
380 2ND AVE 23.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
330 W 42ND ST 23.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
408 W 45TH ST 23.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
6701 BERGENLINE AVE 23.5 miles
WEST NEW YORK, NJ 7093
601 W 51ST ST 23.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
1660 E 14th St, Ste LL2 23.5 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11229
1720 E 14TH ST UNIT M1 23.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11229
55 E 34TH ST 23.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10016
137 East 36th Street, Suite 7 23.8 miles
New York, NY 10016
400 E 26TH ST 23.9 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11226
680 BROADWAY, UNIT B3 24.0 miles
PATERSON, NJ 7514
147 Greenpoint Avenue, First Floor 24.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11222
3311 SHORE PKWY APT 1A 24.0 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11235
330 WEST 58TH ST, STE 211 24.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
18 E 48TH ST 2ND FL 24.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
307 HAMBURG TPKE, STE 103 24.1 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
65 LOVE LN 24.1 miles
NETCONG, NJ 7857
1248 Fulton Street 24.1 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
1733 Sheepshead Bay Road, Suite 39 24.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11235
401 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 203 24.2 miles
Wayne, NJ 7470
730 3RD AVE 24.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
705 HAMBURG TPKE 24.3 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
759 HAMBURG TPKE 24.3 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
919 2ND AVE 24.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
425 PARK AVE 24.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
195 US HIGHWAY 9 STE 213 24.5 miles
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
150 NORTH ST 24.5 miles
TETERBORO, NJ 7608
403 US HIGHWAY 202 24.5 miles
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
3500 NOSTRAND AVE 24.5 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11229
115 E 57th Street, Ste 1530 24.6 miles
New York, NY 10022
20 BEEKMAN PL APT 2B 24.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
149 STATE ROUTE 31 24.7 miles
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
68 NASSAU AVE 24.7 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11222
619 Throop Avenue 24.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
2100 WESCOTT DR 24.7 miles
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
309 Walter E Foran Blvd, 24.8 miles
Flemington, NJ 8822
68 Graham Ave 24.8 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11206
1 ORCHARD ST 24.9 miles
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ 7660
15-01 BROADWAY 24.9 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
144 LEWIS AVE 25.0 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
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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: Plainfield, New Jersey
Plainfield is a city in Union County, New Jersey, United States, known by its nickname as "The Queen City." As of the 2010 United States Census, the city's population increased to 49,808, its highest ever recorded population in any decennial census, with the population having increased by 1,979 (+4.1%) from the 47,829 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 1,262 (+2.7%) from the 46,567 counted in the 1990 Census.
The area of present-day Plainfield was originally formed as Plainfield Township, a township that was created on April 5, 1847, from portions of Westfield Township, while the area was still part of Essex County. On March 19, 1857, Plainfield Township became part of the newly created Union County.
Plainfield was incorporated as a city by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on April 21, 1869, from portions of Plainfield Township, based on the results of a referendum held that same day. The city and township coexisted until March 6, 1878, when Plainfield Township was dissolved and parts were absorbed by Plainfield city, with the remainder becoming Fanwood Township (now known as Scotch Plains).