Southview, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 72

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (49.3%), American (40.0%), Polish (10.7%).

Elevation: 1099 feet

Land Area:

Races:
      White alone - 274 - 99.3%
      Black alone - 2 - 0.7%

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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 Southview, PA

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


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


113 CAVASINA DR STE 7 6.3 miles

113 CAVASINA DR STE 7
CANONSBURG, PA 15317
Categories: CANONSBURG PA

100 MEDICAL BLVD 6.6 miles

100 MEDICAL BLVD
CANONSBURG, PA 15317
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3024 WASHINGTON PIKE 7.8 miles

3024 WASHINGTON PIKE
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
Categories: BRIDGEVILLE PA

3840 WASHINGTON RD STE 300 7.9 miles

3840 WASHINGTON RD STE 300
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
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1015 Waterdam Plaza Drive, 7.9 miles

1015 Waterdam Plaza Drive,
Mc Murray, PA 15317
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243 STATION ST 7.9 miles

243 STATION ST
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
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4000 WASHINGTON RD STE 203 8.0 miles

4000 WASHINGTON RD STE 203
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
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502 WASHINGTON AVE 8.0 miles

502 WASHINGTON AVE
BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017
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161 WATERDAM RD APT 160 8.1 miles

161 WATERDAM RD APT 160
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
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2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110 8.9 miles

2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110
PITTSBURGH, PA 15275
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2600 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 150 9.0 miles

2600 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 150
UPPER ST CLAIR, PA 15241
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393 VANADIUM RD 9.6 miles

393 VANADIUM RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15243
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460 WASHINGTON RD STE 7 9.7 miles

460 WASHINGTON RD STE 7
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
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155 WILSON AVE 10.0 miles

155 WILSON AVE
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
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5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE 10.2 miles

5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
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4390 CAMPBELLS RUN RD 10.2 miles

4390 CAMPBELLS RUN RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
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1100 Washington Avenue, Suite 114 10.4 miles

1100 Washington Avenue, Suite 114
Carnegie, PA 15106
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112 Third Ave 10.4 miles

112 Third Ave
Carnegie, PA 15106
Categories: Carnegie PA

5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101 10.5 miles

5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101
Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
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90 West Chestnut Street, Millcraft Center 10.7 miles

90 West Chestnut Street, Millcraft Center
Washington, PA 15301
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181 W BEAU ST 10.9 miles

181 W BEAU ST
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
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2000 OXFORD DR STE 110 11.1 miles

2000 OXFORD DR STE 110
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
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1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA 11.1 miles

1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA
Bethel Park, PA 15102
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1984 GREENTREE RD 11.1 miles

1984 GREENTREE RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
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1691 WASHINGTON RD 11.1 miles

1691 WASHINGTON RD
MOUNT LEBANON, PA 15228
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1535 WASHINGTON RD 11.2 miles

1535 WASHINGTON RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15228
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642 Washington Road, 11.9 miles

642 Washington Road,
Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
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95 Leonard Ave STE 401, BLDG1 12.0 miles

95 Leonard Ave STE 401, BLDG1
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
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8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD 12.1 miles

8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108
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1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G 12.2 miles

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

2413 LYTLE RD 12.4 miles

2413 LYTLE RD
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
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5219 Library Road, Unit E9, South Park Shops 12.4 miles

5219 Library Road, Unit E9, South Park Shops
Bethel Park, PA 15102
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1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120 12.5 miles

1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120
CORAOPOLIS, PA 15108
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2500 BALDWICK RD STE 260 12.6 miles

2500 BALDWICK RD STE 260
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
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300 FLEET ST, 2ND FLOOR 12.8 miles

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

4662 Broadway Road, Unit A-13 13.0 miles

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

1769 PINE HOLLOW RD 13.2 miles

1769 PINE HOLLOW RD
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
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25 HECKEL RD 13.3 miles

25 HECKEL RD
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
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993 BRODHEAD RD, STE 200 13.6 miles

993 BRODHEAD RD, STE 200
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108
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969 Greentree Road, Second Floor 14.0 miles

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

1101 5TH AVE 14.0 miles

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

1600 W CARSON ST 14.5 miles

1600 W CARSON ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
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1474 ROUTE 51 14.7 miles

1474 ROUTE 51
JEFFERSON HILLS, PA 15025
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3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD 14.9 miles

3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15227
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601 COLLIERS WAY 15.0 miles

601 COLLIERS WAY
WEIRTON, WV 26062
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275 CURRY HOLLOW RD, SUITE 160 15.1 miles

275 CURRY HOLLOW RD, SUITE 160
PITTSBURGH, PA 15236
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301 OHIO RIVER BLVD, STE 306 15.4 miles

301 OHIO RIVER BLVD, STE 306
SEWICKLEY, PA 15143
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4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood 15.6 miles

4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
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526 Penn Avenue, 15.6 miles

526 Penn Avenue,
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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339 6TH AVE 5TH FL 15.8 miles

339 6TH AVE 5TH FL
PITTSBURGH, PA 15222
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320 E NORTH AVE 16.0 miles

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
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218 THREE SPRINGS DR 16.2 miles

218 THREE SPRINGS DR
WEIRTON, WV 26062
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5000 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 16.2 miles

5000 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
ALIQUIPPA, PA 15001
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490 E NORTH AVE STE 106 16.2 miles

490 E NORTH AVE STE 106
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
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1515 LOCUST ST 16.3 miles

1515 LOCUST ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
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1907 Lebanon Church Road, Suite 104 16.3 miles

1907 Lebanon Church Road, Suite 104
West Mifflin, PA 15122
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695 CLAIRTON BLVD 16.7 miles

695 CLAIRTON BLVD
PLEASANT HILLS, PA 15236
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1200 Brooks Ln STE 100 16.9 miles

1200 Brooks Ln STE 100
CLAIRTON, PA 15025
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575 Coal Valley Road Suite 502 17.2 miles

575 Coal Valley Road Suite 502
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

3500 5th Avenue, Suite G1 17.6 miles

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

1417 MAIN ST 17.8 miles

1417 MAIN ST
FOLLANSBEE, WV 26037
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565 COAL VALLEY RD SOUTH HILLS MEDICAL BUILDING SUITE 502 17.8 miles

565 COAL VALLEY RD SOUTH HILLS MEDICAL BUILDING SUITE 502
CLAIRTON, PA 15025
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120 LYTTON AVE STE 275 18.0 miles

120 LYTTON AVE STE 275
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
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120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C 18.0 miles

120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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832 Merchant Street, 18.2 miles

832 Merchant Street,
Ambridge, PA 15003
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4815 Centre Avenue, Suite 106 18.6 miles

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

4765 LIBERTY AVENUE, 18.8 miles

4765 LIBERTY AVENUE,
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
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4771 McKnight Road, 18.8 miles

4771 McKnight Road,
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
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2727 Murray Avenue, 18.9 miles

2727 Murray Avenue,
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
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207 W 7TH AVE 18.9 miles

207 W 7TH AVE
HOMESTEAD, PA 15120
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5201 BAUM BLVD 19.1 miles

5201 BAUM BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
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751 PITTSBURGH MCKEESPORT BLVD 19.1 miles

751 PITTSBURGH MCKEESPORT BLVD
DRAVOSBURG, PA 15034
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447 W Main Street, 19.5 miles

447 W Main Street,
Monongahela, PA 15063
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7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F 19.7 miles

7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
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633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD 20.3 miles

633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
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9066 Perry Highway, 20.4 miles

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

5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226 20.5 miles

5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
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1163 COUNTRY CLUB RD 20.6 miles

1163 COUNTRY CLUB RD
MONONGAHELA, PA 15063
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874 BUTLER ST STE 2 20.7 miles

874 BUTLER ST STE 2
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
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3203 JOHNSON RD 21.3 miles

3203 JOHNSON RD
STEUBENVILLE, OH 43952
Categories: STEUBENVILLE OH

1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village 21.4 miles

1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village
Glenshaw, PA 15116
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2000 CORPORATE DR STE 100 21.6 miles

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

15 FREEPORT RD STE 100 21.6 miles

15 FREEPORT RD STE 100
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
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50 FREEPORT RD STE 500 21.6 miles

50 FREEPORT RD STE 500
ASPINWALL, PA 15215
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50 Freeport Road, Unit 400 21.6 miles

50 Freeport Road, Unit 400
Aspinwall, PA 15215
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3401 BRODHEAD RD 22.1 miles

3401 BRODHEAD RD
ALIQUIPPA, PA 15001
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4220 SUNSET BLVD 22.3 miles

4220 SUNSET BLVD
STEUBENVILLE, OH 43952
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4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113 22.5 miles

4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113
Allison Park, PA 15101
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1200 MCKEAN AVE STE 107 22.5 miles

1200 MCKEAN AVE STE 107
CHARLEROI, PA 15022
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10632 PERRY HWY 22.8 miles

10632 PERRY HWY
WEXFORD, PA 15090
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625 LINCOLN AVE STE 203 23.0 miles

625 LINCOLN AVE STE 203
NORTH CHARLEROI, PA 15022
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220 GREENE PLZ STE 103 23.1 miles

220 GREENE PLZ STE 103
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
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220 GREENE PLZ 23.1 miles

220 GREENE PLZ
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
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3706 5TH AVE Ste 2 23.4 miles

3706 5TH AVE Ste 2
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
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1000 MCKEAN AVE 23.5 miles

1000 MCKEAN AVE
DONORA, PA 15033
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500 LURAY DR 23.6 miles

500 LURAY DR
WINTERSVILLE, OH 43953
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2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall 23.7 miles

2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall
White Oak, PA 15131
Categories: White Oak PA

ROUTE 18 23.7 miles

ROUTE 18
MONACA, PA 15061
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3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY 24.0 miles

3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
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4918 STATE ROUTE 51 S 24.3 miles

4918 STATE ROUTE 51 S
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
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4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110 24.4 miles

4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110
ALLISON PARK, PA 15101
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201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500 24.5 miles

201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
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1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320 24.6 miles

1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
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2000 Village Run Dr, Village at Pine Shopping Plaza 24.7 miles

2000 Village Run Dr, Village at Pine Shopping Plaza
Wexford, PA 15090
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3944 BRODHEAD RD STE 7B 24.9 miles

3944 BRODHEAD RD STE 7B
MONACA, PA 15061
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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: Washington County, Pennsylvania

Washington County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 census, the population was 207,820. Its county seat is Washington. The county was created on March 28, 1781, from part of Westmoreland County. The city and county were both named after American Revolutionary War leader George Washington, who eventually became the first President of the United States.

As of the census of 2000, there were 202,897 people, 81,130 households, and 56,060 families residing in the county. The population density was 237 people per square mile (91/km²). There were 87,267 housing units at an average density of 102 per square mile (39/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 95.27% White, 3.26% Black or African American, 0.09% Native American, 0.36% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.19% from other races, and 0.82% from two or more races. 0.58% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 18.3% were of German, 17.2% Italian, 10.6% Irish, 8.6% English, 7.9% Polish and 6.2% American ancestry.

There were 81,130 households out of which 28.40% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.20% were married couples living together, 10.30% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.90% were non-families. 27.00% of all households were made up of individuals and 13.20% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.96.

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Population (female): 72

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (49.3%), American (40.0%), Polish (10.7%).

Elevation: 1099 feet

Land Area:

Races:
      White alone - 274 - 99.3%
      Black alone - 2 - 0.7%

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