Fernway, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,129.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Fernway: 91.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 2.9%

Poverty (breakdown): (2.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 6.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 46.2% for other race residents)

Land Area: 5.33 square miles.

In the CDP the population was spread out, with 31.6% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 35.8% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 5.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.8 males.

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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 Fernway, PA

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


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


20826 1-A Route 19N, 1.4 miles

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

20130 ROUTE 19 STE 2200 1.7 miles

20130 ROUTE 19 STE 2200
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA 16066
Categories: CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP PA

8050 ROWAN RD STE 403 1.9 miles

8050 ROWAN RD STE 403
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA 16066
Categories: CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP PA

6505 MARS RD 2.0 miles

6505 MARS RD
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA 16066
Categories: CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP PA

200 NORTHPOINTE CIR STE 103 3.6 miles

200 NORTHPOINTE CIR STE 103
SEVEN FIELDS, PA 16046
Categories: SEVEN FIELDS PA

The Terrace at Northpointe, 520 Northpointe Circle 3.6 miles

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

2000 Village Run Dr, Village at Pine Shopping Plaza 4.0 miles

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

6998 CRIDER RD STE 100 4.6 miles

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

2000 CORPORATE DR STE 100 6.1 miles

2000 CORPORATE DR STE 100
WEXFORD, PA 15090
Categories: WEXFORD PA

10632 PERRY HWY 6.6 miles

10632 PERRY HWY
WEXFORD, PA 15090
Categories: WEXFORD PA

3944 BRODHEAD RD STE 7B 8.2 miles

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

832 Merchant Street, 8.9 miles

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

336 College Avenue, Suite 4 9.1 miles

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

9066 Perry Highway, 9.9 miles

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

3401 BRODHEAD RD 10.0 miles

3401 BRODHEAD RD
ALIQUIPPA, PA 15001
Categories: ALIQUIPPA PA

ROUTE 18 10.1 miles

ROUTE 18
MONACA, PA 15061
Categories: MONACA PA

5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226 10.6 miles

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

1125 7TH AVE 10.7 miles

1125 7TH AVE
BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010
Categories: BEAVER FALLS PA

301 OHIO RIVER BLVD, STE 306 10.8 miles

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

5513 William Flynn Highway, Suite 500 10.9 miles

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

5000 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 11.9 miles

5000 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
ALIQUIPPA, PA 15001
Categories: ALIQUIPPA PA

4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110 12.0 miles

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

7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F 12.1 miles

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

1101 5TH AVE 12.4 miles

1101 5TH AVE
CORAPOLIS, PA 15108
Categories: CORAPOLIS PA

993 BRODHEAD RD, STE 200 12.8 miles

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

4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113 13.0 miles

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

510 JAMISON AVE 13.4 miles

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

267 PITTSBURGH RD Ste 1 13.5 miles

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

4771 McKnight Road, 13.7 miles

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

1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120 13.7 miles

1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120
CORAOPOLIS, PA 15108
Categories: CORAOPOLIS PA

1677 ROUTE 65 13.9 miles

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

1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village 14.0 miles

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

2620 CONSTITUTION BLVD, STE D 14.0 miles

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

2580 CONSTITUTION BLVD 14.0 miles

2580 CONSTITUTION BLVD
BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010
Categories: BEAVER FALLS PA

1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G 14.1 miles

1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G
Coraopolis, PA 15108
Categories: Coraopolis PA

8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD 14.2 miles

8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108
Categories: MOON TOWNSHIP PA

2652 DARLINGTON RD 14.3 miles

2652 DARLINGTON RD
BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010
Categories: BEAVER FALLS PA

1769 PINE HOLLOW RD 15.2 miles

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

25 HECKEL RD 15.4 miles

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

633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD 15.5 miles

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

1 HOSPITAL WAY 15.8 miles

1 HOSPITAL WAY
BUTLER, PA 16001
Categories: BUTLER PA

250B BUTLER CMNS 15.8 miles

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

256 NEW CASTLE RD STE C 15.8 miles

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

874 BUTLER ST STE 2 16.0 miles

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

969 Greentree Road, Second Floor 16.1 miles

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

131 E CUNNINGHAM ST 16.8 miles

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

5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101 16.9 miles

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

5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE 17.1 miles

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

480 E JEFFERSON ST 17.2 miles

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

101 ALWINE RD 17.3 miles

101 ALWINE RD
SAXONBURG, PA 16056
Categories: SAXONBURG PA

2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110 17.5 miles

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

200 RENAISSANCE DR STE 403 17.8 miles

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

1022B N MAIN STREET EXT 17.8 miles

1022B N MAIN STREET EXT
BUTLER, PA 16001
Categories: BUTLER PA

320 E NORTH AVE 17.8 miles

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
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490 E NORTH AVE STE 106 17.8 miles

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

1600 W CARSON ST 18.0 miles

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

50 Freeport Road, Unit 400 18.3 miles

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

15 FREEPORT RD STE 100 18.3 miles

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

50 FREEPORT RD STE 500 18.3 miles

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

3548 ELLWOOD RD 18.5 miles

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

4390 CAMPBELLS RUN RD 18.6 miles

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

526 Penn Avenue, 18.7 miles

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

4765 LIBERTY AVENUE, 18.8 miles

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

339 6TH AVE 5TH FL 18.8 miles

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

2500 BALDWICK RD STE 260 18.9 miles

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

2585 FREEPORT RD STE 105 18.9 miles

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

4815 Centre Avenue, Suite 106 19.2 miles

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

5201 BAUM BLVD 19.3 miles

5201 BAUM BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1515 LOCUST ST 19.4 miles

1515 LOCUST ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

300 FLEET ST, 2ND FLOOR 19.4 miles

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

120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C 19.5 miles

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

120 LYTTON AVE STE 275 19.5 miles

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

391 WASHINGTON AVE 19.6 miles

391 WASHINGTON AVE
OAKMONT, PA 15139
Categories: OAKMONT PA

3500 5th Avenue, Suite G1 19.7 miles

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

112 Third Ave 20.1 miles

112 Third Ave
Carnegie, PA 15106
Categories: Carnegie PA

3219 US 422 20.6 miles

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

303 E 10TH AVE 20.6 miles

303 E 10TH AVE
TARENTUM, PA 15084
Categories: TARENTUM PA

1100 Washington Avenue, Suite 114 20.6 miles

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

4662 Broadway Road, Unit A-13 21.0 miles

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

2300 Freeport Road, 14 Feldarelli Square 21.0 miles

2300 Freeport Road, 14 Feldarelli Square
New Kensington, PA 15068
Categories: New Kensington PA

1984 GREENTREE RD 21.1 miles

1984 GREENTREE RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

251 7TH ST STE 201B 21.2 miles

251 7TH ST STE 201B
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
Categories: NEW KENSINGTON PA

2727 Murray Avenue, 21.4 miles

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

5769 Saltsburg Road, #2 21.6 miles

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

642 Washington Road, 22.1 miles

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

393 VANADIUM RD 22.6 miles

393 VANADIUM RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15243
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320 22.9 miles

1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

641 E TAGGART ST 22.9 miles

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

207 W 7TH AVE 23.0 miles

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

243 STATION ST 23.2 miles

243 STATION ST
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
Categories: BRIDGEVILLE PA

1000 S MERCER ST 23.2 miles

1000 S MERCER ST
NEW CASTLE, PA 16101
Categories: NEW CASTLE PA

502 WASHINGTON AVE 23.2 miles

502 WASHINGTON AVE
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
Categories: BRIDGEVILLE PA

1600 Wildlife Lodge Road, 23.3 miles

1600 Wildlife Lodge Road,
Lower Burrell, PA 15068
Categories: Lower Burrell PA

16844 SAINT CLAIR AVE 23.5 miles

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

16687 SAINT CLAIR AVE STE 203 23.5 miles

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

4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood 23.6 miles

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

3024 WASHINGTON PIKE 23.7 miles

3024 WASHINGTON PIKE
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
Categories: BRIDGEVILLE PA

3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD 23.7 miles

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

1535 WASHINGTON RD 23.7 miles

1535 WASHINGTON RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15228
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY 23.8 miles

3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1691 WASHINGTON RD 23.9 miles

1691 WASHINGTON RD
MOUNT LEBANON, PA 15228
Categories: MOUNT LEBANON PA

1474 ROUTE 51 23.9 miles

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

16280 DRESDEN AVE 24.0 miles

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

332 W 6TH ST 24.3 miles

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

2000 OXFORD DR STE 110 24.3 miles

2000 OXFORD DR STE 110
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
Categories: BETHEL PARK PA

425 W 5TH ST 24.4 miles

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

1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA 24.7 miles

1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA
Bethel Park, PA 15102
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201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500 24.8 miles

201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
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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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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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

Local Area Info: Fernway, Pennsylvania

Fernway is a neighborhood in Cranberry Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States. It includes 458 homes on 183 acres and was the first planned housing subdivision in the Township, dating back to the 1950s. Fernway was formerly used as the name of a census-designated place (CDP), but the designation was removed after Cranberry Township officials pointed out that users of Internet mapping websites frequently misinterpreted the CDP as the name of its parent municipality. .

As of the census of 2000, there were 12,188 people, 4,224 households, and 3,451 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 2,286.9 people per square mile (882.9/km²). There were 4,338 housing units at an average density of 814.0/sq mi (314.2/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 97.05% White, 1.06% African American, 0.03% Native American, 1.07% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.18% from other races, and 0.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.63% of the population.

There were 4,224 households, out of which 47.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.2% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.3% were non-families. 15.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.24.

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Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,129.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Fernway: 91.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 2.9%

Poverty (breakdown): (2.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 6.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 46.2% for other race residents)

Land Area: 5.33 square miles.

In the CDP the population was spread out, with 31.6% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 35.8% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 5.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.8 males.

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