Hair Follicle Drug Testing Wantagh, NY
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides Hair Follicle drug testing Wantagh, NY for individuals and employers needing a drug test utilizing the hair follicle analysis process. To schedule a hair follicle drug test in Wantagh, NY, Call (800) 221-4291. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.
Hair follicle drug testing Wantagh, NY 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 Wantagh, NY centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Wantagh, NY 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 Wantagh, NY 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 Wantagh, NY.
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WANTAGH, NY 11793
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BELLMORE, NY 11710
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Merrick, NY 11566
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LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
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HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
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BALDWIN, NY 11510
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WESTBURY, NY 11590
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250 FULTON AVE STE 407 6.2 miles
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520 Franklin Ave, Suite 104 7.0 miles
Garden City, NY 11530
100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 7.0 miles
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146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 7.1 miles
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111 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 121 7.1 miles
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910 ROUTE 109 7.2 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
184 S 1ST ST 7.2 miles
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990 STEWART AVE LOWER LEVEL 30 7.3 miles
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165 NORTH VILLAGE AVE 7.4 miles
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165 North Village Avenue, Suite 103 7.4 miles
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300 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE 91 8.0 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
156 First Street, Lower Level 8.2 miles
Mineola, NY 11501
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West Babylon, NY 11704
465 WILLIS AVE 8.7 miles
WILLISTON PARK, NY 11596
292 HERRICKS RD 8.8 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
500 West Main Street, 9.0 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
585 MERRICK RD 9.2 miles
LYNBROOK, NY 11563
235 LITCHFIELD AVE 2ND FL 9.3 miles
ELMONT, NY 11003
142 RALPH AVE 9.4 miles
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87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 9.9 miles
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Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
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JAMAICA, NY 11430
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265 Jericho Turnpike, 10.4 miles
Floral Park, NY 11001
315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 10.5 miles
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1350 Deer Park Ave, 10.6 miles
North Babylon, NY 11703
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1940 DEER PARK AVE 10.9 miles
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2001 Marcus Ave, Suite 98W, Lobby Level 11.0 miles
Lake Success, NY 11042
On Site Only 11.3 miles
West Islip, NY 11795
21 E 23RD ST 11.5 miles
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21714 MERRICK BLVD 11.9 miles
LAURELTON, NY 11413
222 ROCKAWAY TPKE 12.4 miles
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222 Rockaway Turnpike, Suite 5 12.4 miles
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
1445 NEW YORK AVE 12.5 miles
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1000 NORTHERN BLVD STE 135 12.5 miles
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Manhasset, NY 11030
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Babylon, NY 11702
onsite for POH only 13.2 miles
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GREAT NECK, NY 11021
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JAMAICA, NY 11430
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Huntington, NY 11743
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Bay Shore, NY 11706
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KEW GARDENS, NY 11415
10A KEMP CT 16.8 miles
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4161 Kissena Blvd, Suite 25, Concourse level 16.9 miles
Flushing, NY 11355
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111-16 JAMAICA AVE 17.1 miles
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1 KINGS HWY 17.6 miles
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8212 151ST AVE 17.6 miles
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14204 BAYSIDE AVE LOWER LEVEL STE 2L 17.6 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11354
490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 17.7 miles
Hauppauge, NY 11788
7010 Austin Street, 2nd Floor Suite 201 17.8 miles
Forest Hills, NY 11375
136-20 38th Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite CFA 17.9 miles
Flushing, NY 11354
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FOREST HILLS, NY 11375
47 MOREWOOD DR 18.1 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
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ELMHURST, NY 11373
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Brooklyn, NY 11208
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BRONX, NY 10465
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40 08 Forley St, 19.9 miles
Elmhurst, NY 11373
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SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
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FLUSHING, NY 11371
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7301 GRAND AVE 20.2 miles
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Brooklyn, NY 11212
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1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 21.1 miles
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BRONX, NY 10461
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150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 21.6 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 21.6 miles
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Onsite Only #1R 21.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11237
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2035 Ralph Avenue, Suite B1 21.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11234
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25-15 STEINWAY ST 21.8 miles
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4830 SUNRISE HWY 21.8 miles
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Astoria, NY 11103
The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 22.2 miles
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144 LEWIS AVE 22.3 miles
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Brooklyn, NY 11216
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Brooklyn, NY 11206
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500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 23.6 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
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BRONX, NY 10458
147 Greenpoint Avenue, First Floor 23.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11222
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NEW YORK, NY 10029
203 UNION AVE 23.9 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
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Rye Brook, NY 10573
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Brooklyn, NY 11235
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New York, NY 10028
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NEW YORK, NY 10028
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Brooklyn, NY 11229
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BROOKLYN, NY 11235
20 BEEKMAN PL APT 2B 24.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
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Brooklyn, NY 11218
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New York, NY 10021
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NEW YORK, NY 10017
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New York, NY 10022
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NEW YORK, NY 10017
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NEW YORK, NY 10022
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BROOKLYN, NY 11215
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NEW YORK, NY 10032
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BROOKLYN, NY 11201
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New York, NY 10016
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Brooklyn, NY 11215
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BROOKLYN, NY 11215
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NEW YORK, NY 10010
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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: Wantagh, New York
Wantagh (/?w?nt??/ WAHN-taw) is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County on Long Island, New York, United States. The population of Wantagh was 18,871 at the time of the 2010 census. It is serviced by the Wantagh Station on the Long Island Rail Road.
The Wantagh area was inhabited by the Merokee (or Merikoke) tribe of the Metoac Indians prior to the first wave of European settlement in the mid-17th century. The Merokee were part of the greater Montauk tribe that loosely ruled Long Island's Native Americans. Wantagh was the sachem (chief) of the Merokee tribe in 1647, and was later the grand sachem of the Montauk tribe from 1651-1658. The Dutch settlers came east from their New Amsterdam colony, and English settlers came south from Connecticut and Massachusetts settlements. When the English and Dutch settled their competing claims to Long Island in the 1650 treaty conducted in Hartford, the Dutch partition included all lands west of Oyster Bay and thus the Wantagh area. Long Island then was ceded to the Duke of York in 1663-64, but then fell back into Dutch hands after the Dutch regained New York in 1673. The Treaty of Westminster in 1674 settled the land claims once and for all, incorporating Long Island into the now-British colony of New York.
Wantagh was originally known as "Jerusalem", although some early accounts do refer to the area as "Wantagh". The creek running north/south through Wantagh, and which has been covered up in many places but is still visible between the Wantagh Parkway and the housing developments west of Wantagh Avenue, was originally the Jerusalem River. The original post office was built in 1837, for Jerusalem, but mail service from Brooklyn began around 1780. The town's first school was established in 1790. At some time around the 1880s, Jerusalem was renamed Ridgewood, and the town's original LIRR station was named "Ridgewood Station". Later, Ridgewood was renamed Wantagh to avoid confusion with another town in New York State with the same name.