Ellicott City, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 76,727 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (female): 38,894

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,494.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ellicott City: 133.3 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (3.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 5.2% for Black residents, 6.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 1.5% for other race residents, 1.0% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (7.6%), Irish (4.9%), American (4.3%), English (4.1%), Italian (3.5%), European (2.6%).

Elevation: 233 feet

Land Area: 32.0 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $123,380 (it was $79,031 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $49,560 (it was $33,316 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $538,800 (it was $237,800 in 2000) Ellicott City:$538,800MD:$312,500

Races:
      White alone - 40,047 - 54.3%
      Asian alone - 21,568 - 29.3%
      Black alone - 6,779 - 9.2%
      Hispanic - 2,672 - 3.6%
      Two or more races - 2,254 - 3.1%
      American Indian alone - 326 - 0.4%
      Other race alone - 296 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 5 - 0.01%

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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)

In Home Drug Testing

In-Home Drug Testing Ellicott City, MD

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Ellicott City, MD for employers that need On The Job Testing, In-Home Personal Use or for Family Testing Purposes. Our in-home/self-administered rapid drug testing options are a cost-effective alternative when needing to test an employee, individual, or family member when visiting a testing center is not convenient and you are in need of a reliable rapid baseline result. Call us today to order your instant testing devices or simply place your order below. All instant testing devices are FDA approved. The initial screen is used as an initial screening and it is recommended that all positive results should be confirmed by a certified laboratory. All Negative results are conclusive.

Instant Test Products

5panel Instant

5 Panel Rapid Result

Our 5 panel rapid results is the most common urine drug test utilized for baseline testing. This drug test screens for the most commonly abused "street" drugs and is the most common utilized by employers and individuals.

5 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

10panel Instant

10 Panel Rapid Result

The 10-panel rapid results drug testing cup is a rapid test for the detection of the commonly abused "street" drug and prescription medication. The 10 panel is utilized by employers and individuals when they are in need of a more comprehensive result than the 5-panel drug test.

10 panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCA)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

12panel Instant

12 Panel Rapid Result

The 12-panel rapid results drug test screens for the presence of 12 different metabolites to provide simple, fast and accurate results. This test is often used for comprehensive testing that must include additional drugs not screened for in the 10-panel rapid test.

12 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

14 Panel

14 Panel Rapid Result

The 14-panel rapid results drug test is currently the most comprehensive instant drug test available. This rapid test will provide you with a broad range of drug metabolites to ensure the most comprehensive in-home drug test result.

14 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone
  • Tricyclic Anti-Depressants,
  • EDDP

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, EDDP, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

Additional Screening Options

Weed Instant

Marijuana Only (THC) Instant
This single dip rapid result test screens for the presence of THC metabolites. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
50 ng/mL cutoff level

Weed Instant

Nicotine (Cotinine) Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of nicotine and cotinine metabolites in urine. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
Cotinine 200ng/ml cutoff level

Weed Instant

ETG Alcohol Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of alcohol metabolite (ETG) for up to 80 hours of consumption. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
500 ng/mL cut-off level

Don't see your single drug test? Accredited Drug Testing also offers the following single panel drug test screening options for:

  • Cocaine (COC)
  • Marijuana (THC)
  • Amphetamine (AMP)
  • Methamphetamine (mAMP)
  • Opiates (OPI)
  • Oxycodone (OXY)
  • Benzodiazepines (BZO)
  • Barbiturates (BAR)
  • Buprenorphine (BUP)
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • MDMA-Ecstasy
  • Methadone (MTD)
  • Tramadol (TRM)
  • Fentanyl (FEN)*
  • K2 Spice (Synthetic Marijuana)*

If you are in need of a laboratory-analyzed drug or alcohol test, please find listed below our Ellicott City, MD testing locations.

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE 1.3 miles

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Categories: ELLICOTT CITY MD

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 1.5 miles

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101,
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Categories: Ellicott City MD

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51 3.6 miles

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51
Catonsville, MD 21228
Categories: Catonsville MD

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9, 4.5 miles

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9,
Baltimore, MD 21229
Categories: Baltimore MD

6656 DOBBIN RD 5.8 miles

6656 DOBBIN RD
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
Categories: COLUMBIA MD

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 5.9 miles

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202
Columbia, MD 21044
Categories: Columbia MD

4807 BENSON AVE 6.0 miles

4807 BENSON AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

6785 Business Pkwy 6.0 miles

6785 Business Pkwy
Elkridge, MD 21075
Categories: Elkridge MD

5822 OAKLAND RD 6.1 miles

5822 OAKLAND RD
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
Categories: HALETHORPE MD

1419 KNECHT AVE 6.1 miles

1419 KNECHT AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 6.1 miles

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
Categories: ELKRIDGE MD

5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102, 6.4 miles

5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102,
Randallstown, MD 21133
Categories: Randallstown MD

2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206, 7.2 miles

2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206,
Baltimore, MD 21216
Categories: Baltimore MD

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 7.4 miles

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
Categories: LINTHICUM HEIGHTS MD

2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225 7.7 miles

2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54 8.2 miles

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54
BALTIMORE, MD 21215
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A 8.9 miles

1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Categories: PIKESVILLE MD

1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115 9.2 miles

1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Categories: PIKESVILLE MD

23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120 9.4 miles

23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Categories: Owings Mills MD

1650 UNION AVE 9.5 miles

1650 UNION AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1812 BOLTON ST APT 3 9.5 miles

1812 BOLTON ST APT 3
BALTIMORE, MD 21217
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

100 S CHARLES ST STE 150 9.9 miles

100 S CHARLES ST STE 150
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

4419 FALLS RD STE D 9.9 miles

4419 FALLS RD STE D
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

726 LIGHT ST 10.0 miles

726 LIGHT ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

8768 SUSINI DR 10.4 miles

8768 SUSINI DR
LAUREL, MD 20723
Categories: LAUREL MD

2901 SAINT PAUL ST 10.5 miles

2901 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21218
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 10.6 miles

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

On-site ONLY 11.5 miles

On-site ONLY
LAUREL, MD 20724
Categories: LAUREL MD

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 11.6 miles

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 11.7 miles

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101 12.0 miles

1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Categories: Eldersburg MD

1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL 12.3 miles

1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

11722 REISTERSTOWN RD 12.3 miles

11722 REISTERSTOWN RD
REISTERSTOWN, MD 21136
Categories: REISTERSTOWN MD

3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170 12.4 miles

3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

P. O. BOX 376 12.6 miles

P. O. BOX 376
LAUREL, MD 20725
Categories: LAUREL MD

1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102 12.9 miles

1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102
ELDERSBURG, MD 21784
Categories: ELDERSBURG MD

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 13.0 miles

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103,
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

3676 Alpen Greenway 13.1 miles

3676 Alpen Greenway
Burtonsville, MD 20866
Categories: Burtonsville MD

7801 YORK RD STE 360 13.4 miles

7801 YORK RD STE 360
TOWSON, MD 21204
Categories: TOWSON MD

1833 PORTAL ST 14.1 miles

1833 PORTAL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109 14.1 miles

1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109
TOWSON, MD 21286
Categories: TOWSON MD

1205 York Rd Ste 15a, 14.3 miles

1205 York Rd Ste 15a,
Lutherville, MD 21093
Categories: Lutherville MD

1407 YORK RD STE 311 14.3 miles

1407 YORK RD STE 311
LUTHERVILLE, MD 21093
Categories: LUTHERVILLE MD

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 14.8 miles

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
Categories: MILLERSVILLE MD

1830 YORK RD STE F 14.8 miles

1830 YORK RD STE F
TIMONIUM, MD 21093
Categories: TIMONIUM MD

13823 OUTLET DR 15.0 miles

13823 OUTLET DR
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515 15.6 miles

8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515
TOWSON, MD 21286
Categories: TOWSON MD

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3 15.7 miles

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3
DUNDALK, MD 21222
Categories: DUNDALK MD

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2 15.8 miles

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 15.9 miles

18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12
OLNEY, MD 20832
Categories: OLNEY MD

8101 PULASKI HWY STE H 15.9 miles

8101 PULASKI HWY STE H
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore 16.4 miles

1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 21222
Categories: Baltimore MD

10 WARREN RD, STE 260 16.7 miles

10 WARREN RD, STE 260
COCKEYSVILLE, MD 21030
Categories: COCKEYSVILLE MD

4729 SELLMAN RD 17.2 miles

4729 SELLMAN RD
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

301 WATERSVILLE RD 17.6 miles

301 WATERSVILLE RD
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
Categories: MOUNT AIRY MD

3708 MOUNTAIN RD 17.6 miles

3708 MOUNTAIN RD
PASADENA, MD 21122
Categories: PASADENA MD

10452 BALTIMORE AVE 17.8 miles

10452 BALTIMORE AVE
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201 18.2 miles

6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212, 18.2 miles

9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212,
Baltimore, MD 21237
Categories: Baltimore MD

9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108 18.2 miles

9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G 18.8 miles

537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G
SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146
Categories: SEVERNA PARK MD

7933 BELLE POINT DR 19.3 miles

7933 BELLE POINT DR
GREENBELT, MD 20770
Categories: GREENBELT MD

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 19.6 miles

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3
College Park, MD 20740
Categories: College Park MD

10117 PALAMAR DR 19.6 miles

10117 PALAMAR DR
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

14237 Jarrettsville Pike Choice One UC Phoenix 19.8 miles

14237 Jarrettsville Pike Choice One UC Phoenix
Phoenix, MD 21131
Categories: Phoenix MD

205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204 20.3 miles

205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
Categories: MOUNT AIRY MD

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 20.9 miles

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700
WHEATON, MD 20902
Categories: WHEATON MD

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 20.9 miles

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
Categories: GLENN DALE MD

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 21.7 miles

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 22.1 miles

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

844 WASHINGTON RD, STE 203 22.1 miles

844 WASHINGTON RD, STE 203
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Categories: WESTMINSTER MD

826 WASHINGTON RD 22.2 miles

826 WASHINGTON RD
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Categories: WESTMINSTER MD

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 22.6 miles

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112,
Bowie, MD 20716
Categories: Bowie MD

8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 22.7 miles

8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

222 Washington Road, 22.7 miles

222 Washington Road,
Westminster, MD 21157
Categories: Westminster MD

226 WASHINGTON HTS MED CTR A 22.8 miles

226 WASHINGTON HTS MED CTR A
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Categories: WESTMINSTER MD

8945 N WESTLAND DR 22.8 miles

8945 N WESTLAND DR
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
Categories: GAITHERSBURG MD

431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 22.8 miles

431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
Categories: GAITHERSBURG MD

3510 HEIDI LN 22.9 miles

3510 HEIDI LN
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
Categories: SPRINGDALE MD

1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 22.9 miles

1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

803 RUSSELL AVE 23.3 miles

803 RUSSELL AVE
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
Categories: GAITHERSBURG MD

820 Bestgate Rd, 23.4 miles

820 Bestgate Rd,
Annapolis, MD 21401
Categories: Annapolis MD

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 23.5 miles

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD
BOWIE, MD 20716
Categories: BOWIE MD

15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 23.7 miles

15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207
Rockville, MD 20850
Categories: Rockville MD

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 23.9 miles

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 24.0 miles

15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
Categories: ROCKVILLE MD

9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 24.2 miles

9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120,
Rockville, MD 20850
Categories: Rockville MD

20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205, 24.7 miles

20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205,
Germantown, MD 20876
Categories: Germantown MD

920 VARNUM ST NE 24.8 miles

920 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 24.8 miles

8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Categories: BETHESDA MD

14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 25.0 miles

14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
Categories: ROCKVILLE MD

Handy Resources

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.

AI Overview

In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing is a method used by individuals to check for the presence of drugs in the body, typically through urine, saliva, or hair sample tests. This form of testing is commonly employed by parents, employers, and educational institutions who wish to monitor drug use. It can also be useful for individuals monitoring their own recovery from drug addiction or for those who need to ensure a drug-free status for workplace compliance.

Types of In-Home Drug Tests

  • Urine Tests: The most common type, these tests detect drugs and their metabolites in urine. They are known for their ease of use, rapid results, and affordability.
  • Saliva Tests: These involve collecting saliva to detect drug residues. While not as sensitive as urine tests, they are less invasive and can detect drug use within a shorter window after consumption.
  • Hair Follicle Tests: These tests provide a longer detection window, tracing drug use back up to 90 days. However, they are more expensive and require sending a sample to a lab for analysis.

Advantages of In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing kits offer several benefits:

  1. Privacy: Allows testing in a private setting, which can be less stressful for individuals being tested.
  2. Convenience: Tests can be performed at any time and do not require appointments with healthcare providers.
  3. Immediate Results: Most tests provide results within minutes, offering quick insight into drug use.
  4. Cost-Effective: These tests are generally more affordable than testing conducted at medical facilities.

Limitations and Considerations

While in-home drug testing kits are useful, they also have limitations:

  • Accuracy: The accuracy can vary between brands and types of tests. False positives and false negatives can occur, especially if the test kits are not used correctly.
  • Legal Implications: The results from in-home tests might not be admissible in court or in formal employment settings, which often require confirmation from professional labs.
  • Drug Detection Windows: Each drug has a different detection window, and some drugs may not be detectable shortly after use.

Choosing the Right Test

When selecting an in-home drug testing kit, consider the following:

  1. Substances Tested: Ensure the kit can detect the specific drugs you are concerned about.
  2. Sensitivity and Specificity: Look for kits that balance sensitivity (ability to detect drugs at low levels) with specificity (ability to avoid false positives).
  3. User Reviews: Research reviews and feedback to gauge the effectiveness and reliability of different brands and types.

In summary, in-home drug testing can be a valuable tool for maintaining a safe and drug-free environment. However, it is essential to understand its limitations and ensure proper usage to obtain reliable results.

Local Area Info: Ellicott City, Maryland

Ellicott City is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in, and the county seat of, Howard County, Maryland, United States. Part of the Baltimore metropolitan area, its population was 65,834 at the 2010 census, qualifying it as the largest unincorporated county seat in the country.

Ellicott City's historic downtown – the Ellicott City Historic District – lies in the valleys of the Tiber and Patapsco rivers. The historic district includes the Ellicott City Station, which is the oldest surviving train station in the United States, having been built in 1830 as the first terminus of the original B&O Railroad line. The historic district is often called "Historic Ellicott City" or "Old Ellicott City" to distinguish it from the surrounding suburbs that extend south to Columbia and west to West Friendship.

In 1766, James Hood used the "Maryland Mill Act of 1669" to condemn 20 acres (8.1 ha) for a mill site adjacent to his river-side 157-acre (64 ha) property. His gristmill was built on the banks of the Patapsco River where the Frederick road (later known as the National Road, then U.S. Route 40, then Maryland Route 144) crossed the river. The site was later known as "Ellicott's Upper Mills".:7 His son Benjamin rebuilt the corn grinding mill after one of the frequent Patapsco floods in 1768. Benjamin Hood then sold the mill to Joseph Ellicott in 1774 for 1,700 pounds. In later years the B&O Railroad ran through the property, with track laid over the graves of the Hood family.:23

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 76,727 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (female): 38,894

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,494.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ellicott City: 133.3 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (3.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 5.2% for Black residents, 6.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 1.5% for other race residents, 1.0% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (7.6%), Irish (4.9%), American (4.3%), English (4.1%), Italian (3.5%), European (2.6%).

Elevation: 233 feet

Land Area: 32.0 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $123,380 (it was $79,031 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $49,560 (it was $33,316 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $538,800 (it was $237,800 in 2000) Ellicott City:$538,800MD:$312,500

Races:
      White alone - 40,047 - 54.3%
      Asian alone - 21,568 - 29.3%
      Black alone - 6,779 - 9.2%
      Hispanic - 2,672 - 3.6%
      Two or more races - 2,254 - 3.1%
      American Indian alone - 326 - 0.4%
      Other race alone - 296 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 5 - 0.01%

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