Newport Coast, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 1,399

Median Rent:

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Newport Coast: 106.4 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown):

Sex Offenders:

Zip Codes: 92657

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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 Newport Coast, CA

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Newport Coast, CA 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 Newport Coast, CA testing locations.

400 NEWPORT CENTER DR STE 202 2.6 miles

400 NEWPORT CENTER DR STE 202
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
Categories: NEWPORT BEACH CA

16200 SAND CANYON AVE 5.4 miles

16200 SAND CANYON AVE
IRVINE, CA 92618
Categories: IRVINE CA

4950 Barranca Pkwy Ste 101, 5.6 miles

4950 Barranca Pkwy Ste 101,
Irvine, CA 92604
Categories: Irvine CA

15775 LAGUNA CANYON RD Ste 100 5.7 miles

15775 LAGUNA CANYON RD Ste 100
IRVINE, CA 92618
Categories: IRVINE CA

2362 MORSE AVE 5.7 miles

2362 MORSE AVE
IRVINE, CA 92614
Categories: IRVINE CA

24962 CALLE ARAGON 5.7 miles

24962 CALLE ARAGON
LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637
Categories: LAGUNA WOODS CA

1000 BRISTOL ST N Ste 1B 5.9 miles

1000 BRISTOL ST N Ste 1B
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
Categories: NEWPORT BEACH CA

301 VICTORIA ST 6.0 miles

301 VICTORIA ST
COSTA MESA, CA 92627
Categories: COSTA MESA CA

61 ARGONAUT 6.1 miles

61 ARGONAUT
ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656
Categories: ALISO VIEJO CA

320 SUPERIOR AVE. STE 150 6.2 miles

320 SUPERIOR AVE. STE 150
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
Categories: NEWPORT BEACH CA

1419 SUPERIOR AVE STE 1 6.2 miles

1419 SUPERIOR AVE STE 1
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
Categories: NEWPORT BEACH CA

15751 Rockfield Blvd 6.7 miles

15751 Rockfield Blvd
Irvine, CA 92618
Categories: Irvine CA

23521 Paseo De Valencia #302C, 6.8 miles

23521 Paseo De Valencia #302C,
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Categories: Laguna Hills CA

23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 230 7.0 miles

23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 230
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Categories: LAGUNA HILLS CA

17232 RED HILL AVE 7.0 miles

17232 RED HILL AVE
IRVINE, CA 92614
Categories: IRVINE CA

24451 HEALTH CENTER DR 7.0 miles

24451 HEALTH CENTER DR
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Categories: LAGUNA HILLS CA

22741 LAMBERT ST 7.1 miles

22741 LAMBERT ST
LAKE FOREST, CA 92630
Categories: LAKE FOREST CA

1241 E DYER RD STE 145 7.7 miles

1241 E DYER RD STE 145
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
Categories: SANTA ANA CA

3002 DOW AVE STE 204 7.7 miles

3002 DOW AVE STE 204
TUSTIN, CA 92780
Categories: TUSTIN CA

1534 E WARNER AVE 8.1 miles

1534 E WARNER AVE
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
Categories: SANTA ANA CA

2492 WALNUT AVE STE 110 8.3 miles

2492 WALNUT AVE STE 110
TUSTIN, CA 92780
Categories: TUSTIN CA

6670 ALTON PKWY 1ST FL 8.4 miles

6670 ALTON PKWY 1ST FL
IRVINE, CA 92618
Categories: IRVINE CA

25500 RANCHO NIGUEL RD STE 100 8.7 miles

25500 RANCHO NIGUEL RD STE 100
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Categories: LAGUNA NIGUEL CA

1619 E Edinger Ave 8.8 miles

1619 E Edinger Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Categories: Santa Ana CA

1530 E Edinger Ave Ste 1 8.8 miles

1530 E Edinger Ave Ste 1
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Categories: Santa Ana CA

3401 S HARBOR BLVD 8.8 miles

3401 S HARBOR BLVD
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
Categories: SANTA ANA CA

25431 CABOT RD STE 118 8.9 miles

25431 CABOT RD STE 118
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Categories: LAGUNA HILLS CA

3100 W WARNER AVE 9.2 miles

3100 W WARNER AVE
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
Categories: SANTA ANA CA

23962 ALICIA PKWY 9.3 miles

23962 ALICIA PKWY
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
Categories: MISSION VIEJO CA

9122 ADAMS AVE 9.4 miles

9122 ADAMS AVE
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92646
Categories: HUNTINGTON BEACH CA

27800 MEDICAL CENTER RD STE118 10.0 miles

27800 MEDICAL CENTER RD STE118
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
Categories: MISSION VIEJO CA

11180 E Warner Ave Ste 159, 10.0 miles

11180 E Warner Ave Ste 159,
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Categories: Fountain Valley CA

9920 TALBERT AVE 10.1 miles

9920 TALBERT AVE
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
Categories: FOUNTAIN VALLEY CA

9900 Talbert Ave Ste 203, 10.1 miles

9900 Talbert Ave Ste 203,
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Categories: Fountain Valley CA

100 N TUSTIN AVE 10.1 miles

100 N TUSTIN AVE
TUSTIN, CA 92780
Categories: TUSTIN CA

800 N Tustin Ave Ste A 10.5 miles

800 N Tustin Ave Ste A
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Categories: Santa Ana CA

801 N Tustin Ave Ste 102, 10.5 miles

801 N Tustin Ave Ste 102,
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Categories: Santa Ana CA

17542 17TH ST STE 330 11.0 miles

17542 17TH ST STE 330
TUSTIN, CA 92780
Categories: TUSTIN CA

18811 FLORIDA ST 11.1 miles

18811 FLORIDA ST
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
Categories: HUNTINGTON BEACH CA

18561 BEACH BLVD 11.2 miles

18561 BEACH BLVD
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
Categories: HUNTINGTON BEACH CA

18800 Main St Ste 111, 11.3 miles

18800 Main St Ste 111,
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Categories: Huntington Beach CA

8970 WARNER AVE 11.4 miles

8970 WARNER AVE
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
Categories: FOUNTAIN VALLEY CA

17024 MAGNOLIA ST 11.4 miles

17024 MAGNOLIA ST
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
Categories: FOUNTAIN VALLEY CA

17822 BEACH BL SUITE 242 11.6 miles

17822 BEACH BL SUITE 242
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92647
Categories: HUNTINGTON BEACH CA

17122 BEACH BLVD STE 104 12.1 miles

17122 BEACH BLVD STE 104
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Categories: Huntington Beach CA

867 S TUSTIN ST 12.2 miles

867 S TUSTIN ST
ORANGE, CA 92866
Categories: ORANGE CA

946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 12.4 miles

946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD
ORANGE, CA 92868
Categories: ORANGE CA

1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 12.6 miles

1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140,
Orange, CA 92868
Categories: Orange CA

705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 12.6 miles

705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102
ORANGE, CA 92868
Categories: ORANGE CA

1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 12.7 miles

1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304,
Orange, CA 92868
Categories: Orange CA

2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 13.8 miles

2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

1045 N TUSTIN ST 14.1 miles

1045 N TUSTIN ST
ORANGE, CA 92867
Categories: ORANGE CA

15464 GOLDENWEST ST 14.2 miles

15464 GOLDENWEST ST
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
Categories: WESTMINSTER CA

7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 14.4 miles

7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
Categories: WESTMINSTER CA

32241 CAMINO CAPISTRANO STE A105 14.4 miles

32241 CAMINO CAPISTRANO STE A105
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675
Categories: SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CA

654 CAMINO DE LOS MARES 15.5 miles

654 CAMINO DE LOS MARES
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
Categories: SAN CLEMENTE CA

647 CAMINO DE LOS MARES STE 108 STE 158 15.5 miles

647 CAMINO DE LOS MARES STE 108 STE 158
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
Categories: SAN CLEMENTE CA

12600 BEACH BLVD 15.6 miles

12600 BEACH BLVD
STANTON, CA 90680
Categories: STANTON CA

1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 15.9 miles

1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 16.0 miles

947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 16.3 miles

7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
Categories: GARDEN GROVE CA

1717 E LINCOLN AVE 17.0 miles

1717 E LINCOLN AVE
Anaheim, CA 92805
Categories: Anaheim CA

211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 17.2 miles

211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

24581 DEL PRADO STE G 17.3 miles

24581 DEL PRADO STE G
DANA POINT, CA 92629
Categories: DANA POINT CA

1111 E LA PALMA AVE 17.7 miles

1111 E LA PALMA AVE
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

910 S EL CAMINO REAL 17.7 miles

910 S EL CAMINO REAL
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92672
Categories: SAN CLEMENTE CA

333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 17.8 miles

333 S MAGNOLIA AVE
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

1006 W LA PALMA AVE 18.0 miles

1006 W LA PALMA AVE
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 18.3 miles

1300 N KRAEMER BLVD
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 18.3 miles

710 N EUCLID ST STE 203
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

2814 W LINCOLN AVE 18.4 miles

2814 W LINCOLN AVE
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

640 S PLACENTIA AVE 18.5 miles

640 S PLACENTIA AVE
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
Categories: PLACENTIA CA

1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 18.6 miles

1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

411 N LAKEVIEW AVE 19.0 miles

411 N LAKEVIEW AVE
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

5475 E LA PALMA AVE 19.4 miles

5475 E LA PALMA AVE
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
Categories: ANAHEIM CA

1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202 19.7 miles

1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
Categories: PLACENTIA CA

10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 19.7 miles

10861 CHERRY ST STE 202
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
Categories: LOS ALAMITOS CA

1301 N ROSE DR 19.8 miles

1301 N ROSE DR
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
Categories: PLACENTIA CA

909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H 20.0 miles

909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
Categories: PLACENTIA CA

20770 ASH CIR STE 200 20.8 miles

20770 ASH CIR STE 200
YORBA LINDA, CA 92886
Categories: YORBA LINDA CA

5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 20.8 miles

5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24
LA PALMA, CA 90623
Categories: LA PALMA CA

1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 21.1 miles

1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Categories: FULLERTON CA

2151 N HARBOR BLVD 21.1 miles

2151 N HARBOR BLVD
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Categories: FULLERTON CA

40 CENTERPOINTE DR 21.5 miles

40 CENTERPOINTE DR
LA PALMA, CA 90623
Categories: LA PALMA CA

2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 21.5 miles

2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Categories: FULLERTON CA

1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 21.9 miles

1001 E IMPERIAL HWY
BREA, CA 92821
Categories: BREA CA

1720 TERMINO AVE 22.3 miles

1720 TERMINO AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
Categories: LONG BEACH CA

1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 22.4 miles

1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
Categories: LONG BEACH CA

16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 22.5 miles

16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
Categories: LA MIRADA CA

16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 22.5 miles

16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
Categories: LA MIRADA CA

566 E LAMBERT RD 22.7 miles

566 E LAMBERT RD
BREA, CA 92821
Categories: BREA CA

2250 S. Main St # 105, 23.1 miles

2250 S. Main St # 105,
Corona, CA 92882
Categories: Corona CA

15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 23.2 miles

15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
Categories: LA MIRADA CA

1690 W 6TH ST STE K 23.4 miles

1690 W 6TH ST STE K
CORONA, CA 92882
Categories: CORONA CA

100 Oceangate, P245 24.0 miles

100 Oceangate, P245
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
Categories: LONG BEACH CA

On-site only 24.0 miles

On-site only
Long Beach, CA 90802
Categories: Long Beach CA

1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 24.0 miles

1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
Categories: LONG BEACH CA

800 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 108 24.0 miles

800 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 108
CORONA, CA 92879
Categories: CORONA CA

1820 FULLERTON AVE 24.1 miles

1820 FULLERTON AVE
CORONA, CA 92881
Categories: CORONA CA

118 W 9th St, 24.1 miles

118 W 9th St,
Corona, CA 92882
Categories: Corona CA

800 S MAIN ST 24.2 miles

800 S MAIN ST
CORONA, CA 92882
Categories: CORONA CA

1250 PACIFIC AVE 24.4 miles

1250 PACIFIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
Categories: LONG BEACH CA

5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 24.7 miles

5220 CLARK AVE STE 445
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
Categories: LAKEWOOD CA

2750 ATLANTIC AVE 24.9 miles

2750 ATLANTIC AVE
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Categories: LONG BEACH CA

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.

Show Regional Data

Population (female): 1,399

Median Rent:

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Newport Coast: 106.4 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown):

Sex Offenders:

Zip Codes: 92657

(800) 221-4291