Wilmington, DE Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 34,323

Population (female): 36,783

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $963.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 30.7%

Elevation: 100 feet

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 19801, 19803, 19806

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $35,963 (it was $35,116 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,396 (it was $20,236 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $176,800 (it was $89,300 in 2000) Wilmington:$176,800DE:$252,800

Races:
      Black alone - 42,210 - 58.2%
      White alone - 19,365 - 26.7%
      Hispanic - 9,379 - 12.9%
      Two or more races - 1,314 - 1.8%
      Asian alone - 1,173 - 1.6%
      American Indian alone - 151 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 127 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 8 - 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 Wilmington, DE

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

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

914 JUSTISON ST 0.7 miles

914 JUSTISON ST
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

Delaware Ave & Clayton St, Trolley Square, Suites 3b-4b 1.1 miles

Delaware Ave & Clayton St, Trolley Square, Suites 3b-4b
Wilmington, DE 19806
Categories: Wilmington DE

2123 CONCORD PIKE 3.1 miles

2123 CONCORD PIKE
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

2722 CONCORD PIKE 3.8 miles

2722 CONCORD PIKE
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

212 CHERRY LN 3.8 miles

212 CHERRY LN
NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
Categories: NEW CASTLE DE

1403 Foulk Rd Ste 103, 4.0 miles

1403 Foulk Rd Ste 103,
Wilmington, DE 19803
Categories: Wilmington DE

3600 SILVERSIDE RD STE B 4.3 miles

3600 SILVERSIDE RD STE B
WILMINGTON, DE 19810
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

129 N DUPONT HWY 5.4 miles

129 N DUPONT HWY
NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
Categories: NEW CASTLE DE

3926 KIRKWOOD HWY 5.4 miles

3926 KIRKWOOD HWY
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

525 E Basin Rd, 5.4 miles

525 E Basin Rd,
New Castle, DE 19720
Categories: New Castle DE

1941 LIMESTONE RD STE 109 5.9 miles

1941 LIMESTONE RD STE 109
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

181 N Broadway, 5.9 miles

181 N Broadway,
Pennsville, NJ 8070
Categories: Pennsville NJ

3105 LIMESTONE RD STE 105 6.6 miles

3105 LIMESTONE RD STE 105
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

9 CARROLL AVE 7.5 miles

9 CARROLL AVE
PENNSVILLE, NJ 8070
Categories: PENNSVILLE NJ

5311 Limestone Rd, Suite 202 7.8 miles

5311 Limestone Rd, Suite 202
Wilmington, DE 19808
Categories: Wilmington DE

15 OMEGA DR BLDG K 7.8 miles

15 OMEGA DR BLDG K
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

A98 100 Omega Drive, 7.8 miles

A98 100 Omega Drive,
Newark, DE 19713
Categories: Newark DE

4623 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 100 8.2 miles

4623 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 100
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

4110 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 8.3 miles

4110 OGLETOWN STANTON RD
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

202 LANTANA DR 9.0 miles

202 LANTANA DR
HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
Categories: HOCKESSIN DE

4051 OGLETOWN RD STE 102 9.4 miles

4051 OGLETOWN RD STE 102
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9 9.8 miles

736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9
Concordville, PA 19331
Categories: Concordville PA

510 HERON DR STE 108 9.8 miles

510 HERON DR STE 108
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
Categories: SWEDESBORO NJ

510 HERON DR STE 114 9.8 miles

510 HERON DR STE 114
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
Categories: SWEDESBORO NJ

School House Rd & Route 1, 132 Onix Drive 10.9 miles

School House Rd & Route 1, 132 Onix Drive
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Categories: Kennett Square PA

1C CHESTNUT HILL PLZ 11.1 miles

1C CHESTNUT HILL PLZ
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

314 E MAIN ST STE 105 11.2 miles

314 E MAIN ST STE 105
NEWARK, DE 19711
Categories: NEWARK DE

249 E Main Street, 11.3 miles

249 E Main Street,
Newark, DE 19711
Categories: Newark DE

830 W CYPRESS ST 11.8 miles

830 W CYPRESS ST
KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348
Categories: KENNETT SQUARE PA

545 BECKETT RD STE 103 B 11.9 miles

545 BECKETT RD STE 103 B
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
Categories: SWEDESBORO NJ

1167A W Baltimore Pike, 12.9 miles

1167A W Baltimore Pike,
Media, PA 19063
Categories: Media PA

501 W MacDade Boulevard, 14.6 miles

501 W MacDade Boulevard,
Folsom, PA 19033
Categories: Folsom PA

2600 Glasgow Avenue, Suite 214 14.6 miles

2600 Glasgow Avenue, Suite 214
Newark, DE 19702
Categories: Newark DE

300 Biddle Ave Ste 202, 14.9 miles

300 Biddle Ave Ste 202,
Newark, DE 19702
Categories: Newark DE

213 MORTON AVE 15.0 miles

213 MORTON AVE
FOLSOM, PA 19033
Categories: FOLSOM PA

8 MORTON AVE STE 206 15.1 miles

8 MORTON AVE STE 206
RIDLEY PARK, PA 19078
Categories: RIDLEY PARK PA

1502 W Chester Pike, 15.2 miles

1502 W Chester Pike,
West Chester, PA 19382
Categories: West Chester PA

510 E Gay Street 15.3 miles

510 E Gay Street
West Chester, PA 19382
Categories: West Chester PA

201 TOMLIN STATION RD STE B 15.3 miles

201 TOMLIN STATION RD STE B
MULLICA HILL, NJ 8062
Categories: MULLICA HILL NJ

600 E Marshall St, 15.8 miles

600 E Marshall St,
West Chester, PA 19380
Categories: West Chester PA

606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105 15.8 miles

606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
Categories: WEST CHESTER PA

Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112 15.9 miles

Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112
Springfield, PA 19064
Categories: Springfield PA

196 W SPROUL RD STE 110 16.1 miles

196 W SPROUL RD STE 110
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
Categories: SPRINGFIELD PA

915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3 16.3 miles

915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
Categories: WEST CHESTER PA

920 W SPROUL RD STE 110 16.5 miles

920 W SPROUL RD STE 110
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
Categories: SPRINGFIELD PA

444 BALTIMORE PIKE 17.0 miles

444 BALTIMORE PIKE
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
Categories: SPRINGFIELD PA

131 S State Rd 17.1 miles

131 S State Rd
Springfield, PA 19064
Categories: Springfield PA

1 CRESCENT DR STE 100 17.2 miles

1 CRESCENT DR STE 100
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19112
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

103 BALTIMORE PIKE 17.4 miles

103 BALTIMORE PIKE
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
Categories: SPRINGFIELD PA

90 N MacDade BLVD, 17.5 miles

90 N MacDade BLVD,
GLENOLDEN, PA 19036
Categories: GLENOLDEN PA

106 BOW ST 17.9 miles

106 BOW ST
ELKTON, MD 21921
Categories: ELKTON MD

123 Singerly Avenue, 17.9 miles

123 Singerly Avenue,
Elkton, MD 21921
Categories: Elkton MD

2000 SPROUL RD STE 102 18.1 miles

2000 SPROUL RD STE 102
BROOMALL, PA 19008
Categories: BROOMALL PA

100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1 18.1 miles

100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19113
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

3574 West Chester Pike, 18.4 miles

3574 West Chester Pike,
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Categories: Newtown Square PA

73 CROWN POINT RD 18.8 miles

73 CROWN POINT RD
PAULSBORO, NJ 8066
Categories: PAULSBORO NJ

1011 Baltimore Pike,, Suite 112 18.9 miles

1011 Baltimore Pike,, Suite 112
West Grove, PA 19390
Categories: West Grove PA

1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004 19.3 miles

1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004
DARBY, PA 19023
Categories: DARBY PA

2010 W Chester Pike, 19.5 miles

2010 W Chester Pike,
Havertown, PA 19083
Categories: Havertown PA

7000 Holstein Ave 19.6 miles

7000 Holstein Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

2801 ISLAND AVE Ste 2 19.7 miles

2801 ISLAND AVE Ste 2
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

1305 W CHESTER PIKE 19.8 miles

1305 W CHESTER PIKE
HAVERTOWN, PA 19083
Categories: HAVERTOWN PA

308 E Lancaster Ave, 19.8 miles

308 E Lancaster Ave,
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

99 MANOR AVE STE 2 19.9 miles

99 MANOR AVE STE 2
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140 20.0 miles

150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente 20.3 miles

183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente
Exton, PA 19341
Categories: Exton PA

309 Lancaster Avenue, 20.3 miles

309 Lancaster Avenue,
Frazer, PA 19355
Categories: Frazer PA

3301 E Lincoln Hwy, 20.5 miles

3301 E Lincoln Hwy,
Thorndale, PA 19372
Categories: Thorndale PA

15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101 20.8 miles

15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101
Paoli, PA 19301
Categories: Paoli PA

257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220 20.9 miles

257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

102 Schubert Dr 20.9 miles

102 Schubert Dr
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

875 MANTUA PIKE STE B 21.0 miles

875 MANTUA PIKE STE B
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
Categories: WOODBURY NJ

11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 21.0 miles

11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
PAOLI, PA 19301
Categories: PAOLI PA

625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE 21.6 miles

625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N 22.1 miles

80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102, 22.1 miles

80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102,
Exton, PA 19341
Categories: Exton PA

509 N BROAD ST 22.1 miles

509 N BROAD ST
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
Categories: WOODBURY NJ

244 W LINCOLN HWY 22.2 miles

244 W LINCOLN HWY
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
Categories: COATESVILLE PA

80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005 22.2 miles

80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

608 N Broad St Ste 100 22.2 miles

608 N Broad St Ste 100
Woodbury, NJ 8096
Categories: Woodbury NJ

201 REECEVILLE RD 22.3 miles

201 REECEVILLE RD
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
Categories: COATESVILLE PA

730 N Broad St, Suite 125 22.4 miles

730 N Broad St, Suite 125
Woodbury, NJ 8096
Categories: Woodbury NJ

Ketley Professional Plaza - 11, Suite 202 22.4 miles

Ketley Professional Plaza - 11, Suite 202
Middletown, DE 19709
Categories: Middletown DE

410 ANDBRO DR UNIT 1 22.5 miles

410 ANDBRO DR UNIT 1
PITMAN, NJ 8071
Categories: PITMAN NJ

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD 22.6 miles

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD
COCHRANVILLE, PA 19330
Categories: COCHRANVILLE PA

475 Hurfville Cross Keys Road Suite B 22.6 miles

475 Hurfville Cross Keys Road Suite B
Sewell, NJ 8080
Categories: Sewell NJ

124 SLEEPY HOLLOW DR STE 204 22.6 miles

124 SLEEPY HOLLOW DR STE 204
MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709
Categories: MIDDLETOWN DE

100 E LANCASTER AVE STE 317 22.7 miles

100 E LANCASTER AVE STE 317
WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096
Categories: WYNNEWOOD PA

601 N MAIN ST PO BOX 900 22.9 miles

601 N MAIN ST PO BOX 900
GLASSBORO, NJ 8028
Categories: GLASSBORO NJ

1125 DELSEA DR N 22.9 miles

1125 DELSEA DR N
GLASSBORO, NJ 8028
Categories: GLASSBORO NJ

1311 N 52ND ST 23.2 miles

1311 N 52ND ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

196 William Dalton Drive, Doubletree Shopping Center 23.2 miles

196 William Dalton Drive, Doubletree Shopping Center
Glassboro, NJ 8028
Categories: Glassboro NJ

104 E CECIL AVE 23.2 miles

104 E CECIL AVE
NORTH EAST, MD 21901
Categories: NORTH EAST MD

1235 Horseshoe Pike, 23.2 miles

1235 Horseshoe Pike,
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD 23.4 miles

1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD
BERWYN, PA 19312
Categories: BERWYN PA

1200 DELSEA DR 23.4 miles

1200 DELSEA DR
WESTVILLE, NJ 8093
Categories: WESTVILLE NJ

2219 S Broad St, 23.4 miles

2219 S Broad St,
Philadelphia, PA 19148
Categories: Philadelphia PA

1444 W PASSYUNK AVE 23.5 miles

1444 W PASSYUNK AVE
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

1930 S BROAD ST UNIT 11 23.6 miles

1930 S BROAD ST UNIT 11
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

1900 S BROAD ST 23.6 miles

1900 S BROAD ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

330 W. Oregon Avenue, 23.8 miles

330 W. Oregon Avenue,
Philadelphia, PA 19148
Categories: Philadelphia PA

934 MONTGOMERY AVE 23.8 miles

934 MONTGOMERY AVE
PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
Categories: PENN VALLEY PA

2715 S FRONT ST, UNIT 2 24.0 miles

2715 S FRONT ST, UNIT 2
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

100 HERITAGE VALLEY DR STE 2 24.5 miles

100 HERITAGE VALLEY DR STE 2
SEWELL, NJ 8080
Categories: SEWELL NJ

250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD 24.6 miles

250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD
RADNOR, PA 19087
Categories: RADNOR PA

230 N BROAD ST MAIL STOP 101 24.8 miles

230 N BROAD ST MAIL STOP 101
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

1 REED ST 24.8 miles

1 REED ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

104 S BROADWAY 24.8 miles

104 S BROADWAY
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ 8030
Categories: GLOUCESTER CITY NJ

716 N 24TH ST 24.9 miles

716 N 24TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19130
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

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: Wilmington, Delaware

Wilmington (Lenape: Paxahakink / Pakehakink) is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Delaware. The city was built on the site of Fort Christina, the first Swedish settlement in North America. It is at the confluence of the Christina River and Brandywine River, near where the Christina flows into the Delaware River. It is the county seat of New Castle County and one of the major cities in the Delaware Valley metropolitan area. Wilmington was named by Proprietor Thomas Penn after his friend Spencer Compton, Earl of Wilmington, who was prime minister in the reign of George II of Great Britain.

As of the 2017 United States Census estimate, the city's population is 72,846. It is the fifth least populous city in the U.S. to be the most populous in its state. The Wilmington Metropolitan Division, comprising New Castle County, DE, Cecil County, MD and Salem County, NJ, had an estimated 2016 population of 719,876. The Delaware Valley metropolitan area, which includes the cities of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Camden, New Jersey, had a 2016 population of 6,070,500, and a combined statistical area of 7,179,357.

The area now known as Wilmington was settled by the Lenape (or Delaware Indian) band led by Sachem (Chief) Mattahorn just before Henry Hudson sailed up the Len-api Hanna ("People Like Me River", present Delaware River) in 1609. The area was called "Maax-waas Unk" or "Bear Place" after the Maax-waas Hanna (Bear River) that flowed by (present Christina River). It was called the Bear River because it flowed west to the "Bear People", who are now known as the People of Conestoga or the Susquehannocks.[citation needed]

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Population (male): 34,323

Population (female): 36,783

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $963.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 30.7%

Elevation: 100 feet

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 19801, 19803, 19806

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $35,963 (it was $35,116 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,396 (it was $20,236 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $176,800 (it was $89,300 in 2000) Wilmington:$176,800DE:$252,800

Races:
      Black alone - 42,210 - 58.2%
      White alone - 19,365 - 26.7%
      Hispanic - 9,379 - 12.9%
      Two or more races - 1,314 - 1.8%
      Asian alone - 1,173 - 1.6%
      American Indian alone - 151 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 127 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 8 - 0.01%

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