Waskom, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 2,184 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: +5.6%

Median Age: 43.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $619.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.2%

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (39.5%), Irish (6.1%), German (3.7%), English (2.8%), African (2.2%), European (1.9%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 2.76 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 75692

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $47,368 (it was $29,737 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $18,867 (it was $13,080 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $90,027 (it was $39,200 in 2000) Waskom:$90,027TX:$172,200

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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 Waskom, TX

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Waskom, TX 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 Waskom, TX testing locations.

9300 MANSFIELD RD STE 110 15.7 miles

9300 MANSFIELD RD STE 110
SHREVEPORT, LA 71118
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

2520 BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP STE 105 16.1 miles

2520 BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP STE 105
SHREVEPORT, LA 71118
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

2738 GREENWOOD RD 16.2 miles

2738 GREENWOOD RD
SHREVEPORT, LA 71109
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

2724 GREENWOOD RD 16.3 miles

2724 GREENWOOD RD
SHREVEPORT, LA 71109
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

500 HARPER DR 16.3 miles

500 HARPER DR
MARSHALL, TX 75672
Categories: MARSHALL TX

2120 BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP 16.4 miles

2120 BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71118
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

711 E END BLVD S 17.4 miles

711 E END BLVD S
MARSHALL, TX 75670
Categories: MARSHALL TX

1033 HAWN AVE 18.1 miles

1033 HAWN AVE
SPORT, LA 71107
Categories: SPORT LA

820 Jordan Ste 102, 18.2 miles

820 Jordan Ste 102,
Shreveport, LA 71101
Categories: Shreveport LA

1121 LOUISIANA AVE 18.4 miles

1121 LOUISIANA AVE
SHREVEPORT, LA 71101
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

614 S GROVE ST 18.7 miles

614 S GROVE ST
MARSHALL, TX 75670
Categories: MARSHALL TX

5737 YOUREE DR 19.7 miles

5737 YOUREE DR
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

7045 YOUREE DR 20.1 miles

7045 YOUREE DR
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

1455 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP 20.2 miles

1455 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

1460 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP 20.2 miles

1460 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

2300 HOSPITAL DR STE 360 20.3 miles

2300 HOSPITAL DR STE 360
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Categories: BOSSIER CITY LA

2438 E TEXAS ST STE 4 20.3 miles

2438 E TEXAS ST STE 4
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Categories: BOSSIER CITY LA

1666 E Bert Louns Loop Ste 105 20.4 miles

1666 E Bert Louns Loop Ste 105
Shreveport, LA 71105
Categories: Shreveport LA

2920 KNIGHT ST STE 108 20.5 miles

2920 KNIGHT ST STE 108
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

1953 E 70TH ST STE 2 20.5 miles

1953 E 70TH ST STE 2
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

9408 PRESTONWOOD DR 20.6 miles

9408 PRESTONWOOD DR
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Categories: SHREVEPORT LA

2223 OLD MINDEN RD BLDG A2 20.8 miles

2223 OLD MINDEN RD BLDG A2
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71112
Categories: BOSSIER CITY LA

2151 AIRLINE DR STE 700 21.1 miles

2151 AIRLINE DR STE 700
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Categories: BOSSIER CITY LA

1461 AIRLINE DR 21.4 miles

1461 AIRLINE DR
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71112
Categories: BOSSIER CITY LA

915 BARDSDALE 22.1 miles

915 BARDSDALE
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Categories: BOSSIER CITY LA

5015 SHED RD STE 500 23.9 miles

5015 SHED RD STE 500
BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
Categories: BOSSIER CITY LA

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: Waskom, Texas

Waskom is a city in Harrison County, Texas, United States. It lies about 20 miles (32 km) east of the county seat, Marshall, on U.S. Route 80. To the east is Shreveport, Louisiana. The population was 2,160 at the 2010 census.

Waskom was established in 1850 as a midway point of an east-west (Dallas to Shreveport) cattle and cotton economic travelway to the Red River in Louisiana, some 20 miles (32 km) east. In 1872, it became a main railroad station between Dallas and Shreveport to the west and east respectively and Texarkana to the north. A major railway still travels through Waskom. Today, Waskom sits on Interstate 20, that connects the Carolinas to southwest Texas and Mexico. Waskom won the 3A D2 state title in football in 2014 and 2015.

Waskom is located in eastern Harrison County at 32°28?42?N 94°3?50?W? / ?32.47833°N 94.06389°W? / 32.47833; -94.06389 (32.478416, -94.063769). The eastern border of the city is the Texas–Louisiana border. Interstate 20 provides access to the city from Exit 633 on the west side and Exit 635 to the south. I-20 leads east 20 miles (32 km) to Shreveport and west 166 miles (267 km) to Dallas.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 2,184 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: +5.6%

Median Age: 43.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $619.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.2%

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (39.5%), Irish (6.1%), German (3.7%), English (2.8%), African (2.2%), European (1.9%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 2.76 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 75692

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $47,368 (it was $29,737 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $18,867 (it was $13,080 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $90,027 (it was $39,200 in 2000) Waskom:$90,027TX:$172,200

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