Aliquippa, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Age: 42.5 years

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Pennsylvania and other state lists, there were 58 registered sex offenders living in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Aliquippa is 160 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (14.2%), Irish (5.5%), German (4.2%), American (3.0%), Serbian (2.5%), Croatian (1.6%).

Land Area: 4.09 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $37,283 (it was $25,113 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $22,192 (it was $13,718 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $88,266 (it was $53,100 in 2000) Aliquippa:$88,266PA:$181,200

There were 5,124 households, out of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.7% were married couples living together, 21.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. Of all households 35.0% were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.92.

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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 Aliquippa, PA

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


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


832 Merchant Street, 3.3 miles

832 Merchant Street,
Ambridge, PA 15003
Categories: Ambridge PA

3401 BRODHEAD RD 3.8 miles

3401 BRODHEAD RD
ALIQUIPPA, PA 15001
Categories: ALIQUIPPA PA

3944 BRODHEAD RD STE 7B 4.3 miles

3944 BRODHEAD RD STE 7B
MONACA, PA 15061
Categories: MONACA PA

ROUTE 18 4.8 miles

ROUTE 18
MONACA, PA 15061
Categories: MONACA PA

336 College Avenue, Suite 4 5.3 miles

336 College Avenue, Suite 4
Beaver, PA 15009
Categories: Beaver PA

5000 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 5.5 miles

5000 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
ALIQUIPPA, PA 15001
Categories: ALIQUIPPA PA

301 OHIO RIVER BLVD, STE 306 6.7 miles

301 OHIO RIVER BLVD, STE 306
SEWICKLEY, PA 15143
Categories: SEWICKLEY PA

20826 1-A Route 19N, 7.7 miles

20826 1-A Route 19N,
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Categories: Cranberry Township PA

993 BRODHEAD RD, STE 200 7.9 miles

993 BRODHEAD RD, STE 200
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108
Categories: MOON TOWNSHIP PA

2000 CORPORATE DR STE 100 8.1 miles

2000 CORPORATE DR STE 100
WEXFORD, PA 15090
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6505 MARS RD 8.4 miles

6505 MARS RD
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA 16066
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20130 ROUTE 19 STE 2200 8.7 miles

20130 ROUTE 19 STE 2200
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA 16066
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2000 Village Run Dr, Village at Pine Shopping Plaza 8.8 miles

2000 Village Run Dr, Village at Pine Shopping Plaza
Wexford, PA 15090
Categories: Wexford PA

8050 ROWAN RD STE 403 8.8 miles

8050 ROWAN RD STE 403
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA 16066
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1125 7TH AVE 9.0 miles

1125 7TH AVE
BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010
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1101 5TH AVE 9.2 miles

1101 5TH AVE
CORAPOLIS, PA 15108
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1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120 9.3 miles

1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120
CORAOPOLIS, PA 15108
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8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD 9.4 miles

8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108
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1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G 9.6 miles

1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G
Coraopolis, PA 15108
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10632 PERRY HWY 9.8 miles

10632 PERRY HWY
WEXFORD, PA 15090
Categories: WEXFORD PA

200 NORTHPOINTE CIR STE 103 9.8 miles

200 NORTHPOINTE CIR STE 103
SEVEN FIELDS, PA 16046
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The Terrace at Northpointe, 520 Northpointe Circle 9.9 miles

The Terrace at Northpointe, 520 Northpointe Circle
Seven Fields, PA 16046
Categories: Seven Fields PA

6998 CRIDER RD STE 100 11.1 miles

6998 CRIDER RD STE 100
MARS, PA 16046
Categories: MARS PA

9066 Perry Highway, 11.6 miles

9066 Perry Highway,
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

2620 CONSTITUTION BLVD, STE D 11.9 miles

2620 CONSTITUTION BLVD, STE D
BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010
Categories: BEAVER FALLS PA

2580 CONSTITUTION BLVD 11.9 miles

2580 CONSTITUTION BLVD
BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010
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2652 DARLINGTON RD 12.2 miles

2652 DARLINGTON RD
BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010
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5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226 12.4 miles

5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1769 PINE HOLLOW RD 13.3 miles

1769 PINE HOLLOW RD
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
Categories: MC KEES ROCKS PA

7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F 13.4 miles

7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110 13.5 miles

2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110
PITTSBURGH, PA 15275
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

25 HECKEL RD 13.6 miles

25 HECKEL RD
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
Categories: MC KEES ROCKS PA

5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101 13.9 miles

5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101
Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
Categories: Mc Kees Rocks PA

5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE 14.0 miles

5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
Categories: MC KEES ROCKS PA

4771 McKnight Road, 14.7 miles

4771 McKnight Road,
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

969 Greentree Road, Second Floor 14.8 miles

969 Greentree Road, Second Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

510 JAMISON AVE 15.6 miles

510 JAMISON AVE
ELLWOOD CITY, PA 16117
Categories: ELLWOOD CITY PA

5513 William Flynn Highway, Suite 500 15.6 miles

5513 William Flynn Highway, Suite 500
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Categories: Gibsonia PA

4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110 15.6 miles

4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110
ALLISON PARK, PA 15101
Categories: ALLISON PARK PA

4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113 15.7 miles

4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113
Allison Park, PA 15101
Categories: Allison Park PA

4390 CAMPBELLS RUN RD 16.0 miles

4390 CAMPBELLS RUN RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village 16.1 miles

1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village
Glenshaw, PA 15116
Categories: Glenshaw PA

1677 ROUTE 65 16.3 miles

1677 ROUTE 65
ELLWOOD CITY, PA 16117
Categories: ELLWOOD CITY PA

633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD 17.1 miles

633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1600 W CARSON ST 17.2 miles

1600 W CARSON ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

2500 BALDWICK RD STE 260 17.4 miles

2500 BALDWICK RD STE 260
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

16687 SAINT CLAIR AVE STE 203 17.5 miles

16687 SAINT CLAIR AVE STE 203
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

16844 SAINT CLAIR AVE 17.5 miles

16844 SAINT CLAIR AVE
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

320 E NORTH AVE 17.6 miles

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

490 E NORTH AVE STE 106 17.7 miles

490 E NORTH AVE STE 106
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

874 BUTLER ST STE 2 17.7 miles

874 BUTLER ST STE 2
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

112 Third Ave 17.9 miles

112 Third Ave
Carnegie, PA 15106
Categories: Carnegie PA

300 FLEET ST, 2ND FLOOR 18.0 miles

300 FLEET ST, 2ND FLOOR
PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

332 W 6TH ST 18.1 miles

332 W 6TH ST
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

425 W 5TH ST 18.2 miles

425 W 5TH ST
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

16280 DRESDEN AVE 18.2 miles

16280 DRESDEN AVE
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

526 Penn Avenue, 18.3 miles

526 Penn Avenue,
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

1100 Washington Avenue, Suite 114 18.4 miles

1100 Washington Avenue, Suite 114
Carnegie, PA 15106
Categories: Carnegie PA

339 6TH AVE 5TH FL 18.5 miles

339 6TH AVE 5TH FL
PITTSBURGH, PA 15222
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1984 GREENTREE RD 19.1 miles

1984 GREENTREE RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1515 LOCUST ST 19.2 miles

1515 LOCUST ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

4765 LIBERTY AVENUE, 19.6 miles

4765 LIBERTY AVENUE,
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

4662 Broadway Road, Unit A-13 19.6 miles

4662 Broadway Road, Unit A-13
Allentown, PA 18104
Categories: Allentown PA

4815 Centre Avenue, Suite 106 19.9 miles

4815 Centre Avenue, Suite 106
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C 19.9 miles

120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

120 LYTTON AVE STE 275 20.0 miles

120 LYTTON AVE STE 275
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

3500 5th Avenue, Suite G1 20.0 miles

3500 5th Avenue, Suite G1
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

15 FREEPORT RD STE 100 20.1 miles

15 FREEPORT RD STE 100
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

50 Freeport Road, Unit 400 20.1 miles

50 Freeport Road, Unit 400
Aspinwall, PA 15215
Categories: Aspinwall PA

50 FREEPORT RD STE 500 20.1 miles

50 FREEPORT RD STE 500
ASPINWALL, PA 15215
Categories: ASPINWALL PA

5201 BAUM BLVD 20.1 miles

5201 BAUM BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
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393 VANADIUM RD 20.2 miles

393 VANADIUM RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15243
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

243 STATION ST 20.3 miles

243 STATION ST
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
Categories: BRIDGEVILLE PA

641 E TAGGART ST 20.4 miles

641 E TAGGART ST
EAST PALESTINE, OH 44413
Categories: EAST PALESTINE OH

502 WASHINGTON AVE 20.4 miles

502 WASHINGTON AVE
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
Categories: BRIDGEVILLE PA

642 Washington Road, 20.4 miles

642 Washington Road,
Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
Categories: Mt. Lebanon PA

267 PITTSBURGH RD Ste 1 20.5 miles

267 PITTSBURGH RD Ste 1
BUTLER, PA 16002
Categories: BUTLER PA

3024 WASHINGTON PIKE 20.8 miles

3024 WASHINGTON PIKE
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
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3548 ELLWOOD RD 20.9 miles

3548 ELLWOOD RD
NEW CASTLE, PA 16101
Categories: NEW CASTLE PA

1535 WASHINGTON RD 21.8 miles

1535 WASHINGTON RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15228
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1691 WASHINGTON RD 21.9 miles

1691 WASHINGTON RD
MOUNT LEBANON, PA 15228
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2727 Murray Avenue, 22.0 miles

2727 Murray Avenue,
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

2585 FREEPORT RD STE 105 22.3 miles

2585 FREEPORT RD STE 105
PITTSBURGH, PA 15238
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

2000 OXFORD DR STE 110 22.3 miles

2000 OXFORD DR STE 110
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
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391 WASHINGTON AVE 22.5 miles

391 WASHINGTON AVE
OAKMONT, PA 15139
Categories: OAKMONT PA

1 HOSPITAL WAY 22.6 miles

1 HOSPITAL WAY
BUTLER, PA 16001
Categories: BUTLER PA

250B BUTLER CMNS 22.6 miles

250B BUTLER CMNS
BUTLER, PA 16001
Categories: BUTLER PA

256 NEW CASTLE RD STE C 22.6 miles

256 NEW CASTLE RD STE C
BUTLER, PA 16001
Categories: BUTLER PA

1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA 22.7 miles

1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA
Bethel Park, PA 15102
Categories: Bethel Park PA

601 COLLIERS WAY 22.8 miles

601 COLLIERS WAY
WEIRTON, WV 26062
Categories: WEIRTON WV

3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD 22.8 miles

3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15227
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

218 THREE SPRINGS DR 22.9 miles

218 THREE SPRINGS DR
WEIRTON, WV 26062
Categories: WEIRTON WV

4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood 22.9 miles

4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

1474 ROUTE 51 23.0 miles

1474 ROUTE 51
JEFFERSON HILLS, PA 15025
Categories: JEFFERSON HILLS PA

3219 US 422 23.4 miles

3219 US 422
NEW CASTLE, PA 16101
Categories: NEW CASTLE PA

207 W 7TH AVE 23.4 miles

207 W 7TH AVE
HOMESTEAD, PA 15120
Categories: HOMESTEAD PA

2600 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 150 23.7 miles

2600 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 150
UPPER ST CLAIR, PA 15241
Categories: UPPER ST CLAIR PA

131 E CUNNINGHAM ST 23.8 miles

131 E CUNNINGHAM ST
BUTLER, PA 16001
Categories: BUTLER PA

5219 Library Road, Unit E9, South Park Shops 23.8 miles

5219 Library Road, Unit E9, South Park Shops
Bethel Park, PA 15102
Categories: Bethel Park PA

2413 LYTLE RD 23.8 miles

2413 LYTLE RD
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
Categories: BETHEL PARK PA

101 ALWINE RD 23.9 miles

101 ALWINE RD
SAXONBURG, PA 16056
Categories: SAXONBURG PA

5769 Saltsburg Road, #2 24.1 miles

5769 Saltsburg Road, #2
Verona, PA 15147
Categories: Verona PA

480 E JEFFERSON ST 24.1 miles

480 E JEFFERSON ST
BUTLER, PA 16001
Categories: BUTLER PA

200 RENAISSANCE DR STE 403 24.4 miles

200 RENAISSANCE DR STE 403
BUTLER, PA 16001
Categories: BUTLER PA

1022B N MAIN STREET EXT 24.4 miles

1022B N MAIN STREET EXT
BUTLER, PA 16001
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1000 S MERCER ST 25.0 miles

1000 S MERCER ST
NEW CASTLE, PA 16101
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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: Aliquippa, Pennsylvania

Aliquippa is a city in Beaver County in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania, located on the Ohio River in the western portions of the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 9,438 at the 2010 census.

Aliquippa was founded by the merger of three towns: Aliquippa, Woodlawn, and New Sheffield. There is no known direct connection between Seneca Queen Aliquippa and the city; rather, "Aliquippa" was one of several Indian names selected arbitrarily by the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad in 1878 for stations along its route. Aliquippa is best known as the location of a productive steel mill that the Jones and Laughlin Steel Company constructed there along the Ohio River beginning in 1905. Employment at the facility sustained a population of 27,023 in 1940.

The mill closed during the collapse of the steel industry during the 1980s. This major economic loss alongside suburbanization caused a major population loss through the end of the 20th century. The oldest church within the current boundaries of Aliquippa is Mt. Carmel Presbyterian Church (formerly White Oak Flats Presbyterian Church), established about 1793 in the New Sheffield region on Brodhead Road. Many of the city's businesses have left since the closing of the mill. This has left the city economically depressed, with the crime rate dramatically rising over time.

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Median Age: 42.5 years

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Pennsylvania and other state lists, there were 58 registered sex offenders living in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Aliquippa is 160 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (14.2%), Irish (5.5%), German (4.2%), American (3.0%), Serbian (2.5%), Croatian (1.6%).

Land Area: 4.09 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $37,283 (it was $25,113 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $22,192 (it was $13,718 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $88,266 (it was $53,100 in 2000) Aliquippa:$88,266PA:$181,200

There were 5,124 households, out of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.7% were married couples living together, 21.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. Of all households 35.0% were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.92.

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