Spanish Lake, MO Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Age: 30.3 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.5%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Missouri and other state lists, there was 1 registered sex offender living in Spanish Lake, Missouri as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Spanish Lake is 19,067 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (3.5%), American (3.0%), African (2.0%), Irish (1.6%).

Elevation: 538 feet

Land Area: 7.36 square miles.

Zip Codes: 63138

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $47,961 (it was $37,410 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $27,160 (it was $18,976 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $139,038 (it was $80,900 in 2000) Spanish Lake:$139,038MO:$156,700

Races:
      Black alone - 14,993 - 78.8%
      White alone - 3,253 - 17.1%
      Two or more races - 839 - 4.4%
      Hispanic - 162 - 0.9%
      Other race alone - 59 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 27 - 0.1%
      Asian alone - 21 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 18 - 0.09%

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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 Spanish Lake, MO

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Spanish Lake, MO 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 Spanish Lake, MO testing locations.

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101 3.0 miles

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63136
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd, 4.0 miles

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd,
Florissant, MO 63033
Categories: Florissant MO

8340 N BROADWAY 5.2 miles

8340 N BROADWAY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63147
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1 5.2 miles

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

119 CHURCH ST STE 223 5.6 miles

119 CHURCH ST STE 223
FERGUSON, MO 63135
Categories: FERGUSON MO

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma 5.6 miles

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma
Branson West, MO 65737
Categories: Branson West MO

4700 NAMEOKI RD 6.4 miles

4700 NAMEOKI RD
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E 6.5 miles

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2100 MADISON AVE 7.1 miles

2100 MADISON AVE
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4 7.2 miles

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1 7.2 miles

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

463 LYNN HAVEN LN 7.7 miles

463 LYNN HAVEN LN
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

637 DUNN RD STE 155 8.0 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 155
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

900 S CENTRAL AVE 8.3 miles

900 S CENTRAL AVE
ROXANNA, IL 62084
Categories: ROXANNA IL

637 DUNN RD STE 100 8.3 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 100
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

637 Dunn Rd Ste 135 8.3 miles

637 Dunn Rd Ste 135
Hazelwood, MO 63042
Categories: Hazelwood MO

325 MADISON AVE 8.4 miles

325 MADISON AVE
WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
Categories: WOOD RIVER IL

7220 N LINDBERGH BLVD #STE 250-60 CARGO BAY BLDG 9.0 miles

7220 N LINDBERGH BLVD #STE 250-60 CARGO BAY BLDG
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

237b E Center Dr, 9.7 miles

237b E Center Dr,
Alton, IL 62002
Categories: Alton IL

40 N Kingshighway, 10.4 miles

40 N Kingshighway,
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Categories: Saint Louis MO

1720 OLIVE ST 10.9 miles

1720 OLIVE ST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

3100 Market St 10.9 miles

3100 Market St
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

400 N TUCKER BLVD 10.9 miles

400 N TUCKER BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2 11.0 miles

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

108B NORTHPORT DR ALTON MED, CTR. LOWER LEVEL 11.5 miles

108B NORTHPORT DR ALTON MED, CTR. LOWER LEVEL
ALTON, IL 62002
Categories: ALTON IL

5000 MANCHESTER AVE 11.6 miles

5000 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305 11.8 miles

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305
CLAYTON, MO 63105
Categories: CLAYTON MO

642 Clayton Rd. 11.8 miles

642 Clayton Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63117
Categories: Saint Louis MO

3446 MCKELVEY RD 11.9 miles

3446 MCKELVEY RD
BRIDGETON, MO 63044
Categories: BRIDGETON MO

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208, 11.9 miles

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208,
Bridgeton, MO 63044
Categories: Bridgeton MO

6542 MANCHESTER AVE 12.5 miles

6542 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2331 HAMPTON AVE 12.6 miles

2331 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2348 HAMPTON AVE 12.6 miles

2348 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

102 ROTTINGHAM, STE 2 12.7 miles

102 ROTTINGHAM, STE 2
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
Categories: EDWARDSVILLE IL

1181 S STATE ROUTE 157 12.7 miles

1181 S STATE ROUTE 157
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
Categories: EDWARDSVILLE IL

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B 12.9 miles

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63143
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

83 PROGRESS PKWY 13.5 miles

83 PROGRESS PKWY
MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO 63043
Categories: MARYLAND HEIGHTS MO

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD 14.0 miles

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

50 MONROE ST 14.2 miles

50 MONROE ST
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100 14.4 miles

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63109
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

11550 OLIVE BLVD 14.4 miles

11550 OLIVE BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150 14.6 miles

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150
MARYVILLE, IL 62062
Categories: MARYVILLE IL

9556 MANCHESTER RD 14.7 miles

9556 MANCHESTER RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

11700 STUDT AVE 14.7 miles

11700 STUDT AVE
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD 14.8 miles

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A, 14.8 miles

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A,
Maryville, IL 62062
Categories: Maryville IL

5031 N Illinois 14.8 miles

5031 N Illinois
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
Categories: Fairview Heights IL

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR 15.3 miles

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

120 KENRICK PLZ 15.6 miles

120 KENRICK PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200 15.8 miles

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

615 S NEW BALLAS RD 15.8 miles

615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2621 RAYMOND DR 16.1 miles

2621 RAYMOND DR
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A 16.2 miles

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

400 FOUNTAIN LAKES BLVD 16.7 miles

400 FOUNTAIN LAKES BLVD
ST CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: ST CHARLES MO

1794 ZUMBEHL RD 16.8 miles

1794 ZUMBEHL RD
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63303
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

8300 VALCOUR AVE 16.8 miles

8300 VALCOUR AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63123
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2101 COLLIER CORPORATE PKWY 17.1 miles

2101 COLLIER CORPORATE PKWY
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63303
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

455 S KIRKWOOD RD 17.9 miles

455 S KIRKWOOD RD
KIRKWOOD, MO 63122
Categories: KIRKWOOD MO

317 SALEM PL 18.1 miles

317 SALEM PL
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL 62208
Categories: FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS IL

10296 BIG BEND RD Ste 110 18.1 miles

10296 BIG BEND RD Ste 110
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63122
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1050 OLD DES PERES RD STE 100 18.1 miles

1050 OLD DES PERES RD STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1000 Des Peres Road Suite 200 18.1 miles

1000 Des Peres Road Suite 200
St. Louis, MO 63131
Categories: St. Louis MO

4101 Mexico Rd Ste E, 19.2 miles

4101 Mexico Rd Ste E,
Saint Peters, MO 63376
Categories: Saint Peters MO

13610 BARRETT OFFICE DR STE 100 19.3 miles

13610 BARRETT OFFICE DR STE 100
MANCHESTER, MO 63021
Categories: MANCHESTER MO

60 GAILWOOD DR STE B 19.4 miles

60 GAILWOOD DR STE B
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

224 S WOODS MILL RD STE 360 S MED BLDG 19.4 miles

224 S WOODS MILL RD STE 360 S MED BLDG
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

2900 LEMAY FERRY RD STE 101 19.5 miles

2900 LEMAY FERRY RD STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63125
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1405 JUNGERMANN RD STE B 19.5 miles

1405 JUNGERMANN RD STE B
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

28 RONNIES PLZ 19.6 miles

28 RONNIES PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63126
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400 19.6 miles

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400
BELLEVILLE, IL 62226
Categories: BELLEVILLE IL

205 FIRST EXECUTIVE AVENUE 19.9 miles

205 FIRST EXECUTIVE AVENUE
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5, 20.0 miles

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5,
Belleville, IL 62223
Categories: Belleville IL

7706 WAGNER RD 20.0 miles

7706 WAGNER RD
MILLSTADT, IL 62260
Categories: MILLSTADT IL

300 SAINT PETERS CENTRE BLVD STE 150 20.5 miles

300 SAINT PETERS CENTRE BLVD STE 150
St. Peters, MO 63376
Categories: St. Peters MO

16091 SWINGLEY RIDGE RD STE 150 20.9 miles

16091 SWINGLEY RIDGE RD STE 150
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

12345 W BEND DR 20.9 miles

12345 W BEND DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

107 PIPER HILL DR STE 100 ST. PETERS CARE CENTER 21.1 miles

107 PIPER HILL DR STE 100 ST. PETERS CARE CENTER
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400 21.1 miles

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400
SHILOH, IL 62269
Categories: SHILOH IL

10010 KENNERLY RD 21.1 miles

10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

9950 Kennerly Rd, 21.3 miles

9950 Kennerly Rd,
Saint Louis, MO 63128
Categories: Saint Louis MO

128 MATRIX COMMONS DR 21.4 miles

128 MATRIX COMMONS DR
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

17300 N Outer 40 Ste 104, 22.2 miles

17300 N Outer 40 Ste 104,
Chesterfield, MO 63005
Categories: Chesterfield MO

15421 CLAYTON RD STE 301 22.6 miles

15421 CLAYTON RD STE 301
BALLWIN, MO 63011
Categories: BALLWIN MO

508 OLD SMIZER MILL RD 22.7 miles

508 OLD SMIZER MILL RD
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

714 GRAVOIS RD Ste 100 22.8 miles

714 GRAVOIS RD Ste 100
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

13303 TESSON FERRY RD 23.0 miles

13303 TESSON FERRY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

400 MAPLE SUMMIT RD 23.3 miles

400 MAPLE SUMMIT RD
JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052
Categories: JERSEYVILLE IL

1051 WOLFRUM RD 23.4 miles

1051 WOLFRUM RD
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63304
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

15620 MANCHESTER RD 23.5 miles

15620 MANCHESTER RD
ELLISVILLE, MO 63011
Categories: ELLISVILLE MO

17838 CHESTERFIELD AIRPORT RD 23.5 miles

17838 CHESTERFIELD AIRPORT RD
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63005
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

233 CLARKSON RD 23.8 miles

233 CLARKSON RD
ELLISVILLE, MO 63011
Categories: ELLISVILLE MO

1901 TRADE CENTER DR 24.3 miles

1901 TRADE CENTER DR
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

4 ABINGTON CT 24.7 miles

4 ABINGTON CT
ST. PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: ST. PETERS MO

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: Spanish Lake, Missouri

The Spanish Lake Community is located in the northeastern portion of St. Louis County. The community is bounded by the Mississippi River to the east, the Missouri River to the north, Highway 367 to the west, and Interstate 270 to the south.

Spanish Lake, originally called Spanish Pond until the late nineteenth century, was named after the Spanish troops who stayed there while building a fortified post for Spain in 1768. Much of the area was once the property of James De St. Vrain, a brother of the last Spanish lieutenant governor of Upper Louisiana. It was in this district, near Spanish Pond, that an old log cabin, said to have been used as a government building by Lieutenant Governor De Lassus De St. Vrain, the last Spanish executive to rule this section, was erected.

Spanish Lake prospered in the nineteenth century, as a crossroads farming village came into being. The Bellefontaine Road area was settled largely after General Bissell relocated Fort Bellefontaine. Fort Bellefontaine was established in 1806 by Gen. James Wilkerson, governor of the territory of Louisiana. The fort served as one of the most important military posts west of the Mississippi River until the troops were removed to the Jefferson Barracks reservation in 1827. Traffic between St. Louis and the fort was busy; many officials had homes in both places, and visiting dignitaries usually went to both sites. The liveliest traffic was effected by the farmers riding back and forth to the city.

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Median Age: 30.3 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.5%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Missouri and other state lists, there was 1 registered sex offender living in Spanish Lake, Missouri as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Spanish Lake is 19,067 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (3.5%), American (3.0%), African (2.0%), Irish (1.6%).

Elevation: 538 feet

Land Area: 7.36 square miles.

Zip Codes: 63138

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $47,961 (it was $37,410 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $27,160 (it was $18,976 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $139,038 (it was $80,900 in 2000) Spanish Lake:$139,038MO:$156,700

Races:
      Black alone - 14,993 - 78.8%
      White alone - 3,253 - 17.1%
      Two or more races - 839 - 4.4%
      Hispanic - 162 - 0.9%
      Other race alone - 59 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 27 - 0.1%
      Asian alone - 21 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 18 - 0.09%

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