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

Population (male): 666

Median Age: 40.3 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $608.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Cottage City: 161.1 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (1.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 9.8% for Black residents, 11.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 5.6% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Portuguese (3.4%), African (2.9%), Jamaican (2.4%), German (1.6%), Ghanaian (1.3%), Guyanese (1.1%).

Land Area: 0.25 square miles.

Zip Codes: 20722

Races:
      Black alone - 510 - 41.5%
      Hispanic - 480 - 39.1%
      White alone - 156 - 12.7%
      Asian alone - 49 - 4.0%
      Two or more races - 28 - 2.3%
      American Indian alone - 26 - 2.1%

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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)

Blood Lab Tests

Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Cottage City, MD

Accredited Drug Testing in Cottage City, Maryland provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Cottage City, MD testing locations for medical and personal testing purposes for health, prevention and early detection of diseases. Patients can directly schedule a laboratory test including blood and urinalysis at multiple laboratory/blood testing centers in Cottage City, Maryland and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Cottage City, MD area are within minutes of your home or office.

920 VARNUM ST NE 2.5 miles

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

4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 2.7 miles

4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 4.1 miles

3422 GEORGIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

911 U ST NW 4.4 miles

911 U ST NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 4.6 miles

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

7933 BELLE POINT DR 5.2 miles

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

815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 5.5 miles

815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 5.5 miles

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

1145 19TH ST NW STE 601 5.6 miles

1145 19TH ST NW STE 601
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

1145 19th Street NW Suite 506 5.6 miles

1145 19th Street NW Suite 506
Washington, DC 20036
Categories: Washington DC

1140 19TH ST NW STE 700 5.6 miles

1140 19TH ST NW STE 700
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 5.8 miles

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

2029 K ST NW STE 301 5.8 miles

2029 K ST NW STE 301
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

3510 HEIDI LN 5.9 miles

3510 HEIDI LN
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
Categories: SPRINGDALE MD

8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 6.0 miles

8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204
LANDOVER, MD 20785
Categories: LANDOVER MD

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 6.0 miles

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

2440 M St NW Ste 414, 6.1 miles

2440 M St NW Ste 414,
Washington, DC 20037
Categories: Washington DC

1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 6.1 miles

1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
Categories: HYATTSVILLE MD

10452 BALTIMORE AVE 6.3 miles

10452 BALTIMORE AVE
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

4729 SELLMAN RD 7.0 miles

4729 SELLMAN RD
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

10117 PALAMAR DR 7.0 miles

10117 PALAMAR DR
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 7.1 miles

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
Categories: CAPITOL HEIGHTS MD

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 7.4 miles

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

11947 WINGED FOOT CT 7.6 miles

11947 WINGED FOOT CT
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 8.2 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
Categories: UPPER MARLBORO MD

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 8.2 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
LARGO, MD 20774
Categories: LARGO MD

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 8.4 miles

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

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 8.4 miles

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
Categories: FORESTVILLE MD

5606 HOLTON LN 8.6 miles

5606 HOLTON LN
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
Categories: TEMPLE HILLS MD

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 8.8 miles

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

8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 8.8 miles

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

12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F 8.9 miles

12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F
CHINO, CA 91710
Categories: CHINO CA

3301 WILSON BLVD 8.9 miles

3301 WILSON BLVD
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 9.3 miles

3263 COLUMBIA PIKE
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140 9.8 miles

1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

13823 OUTLET DR 10.0 miles

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

Onsite Only 10.3 miles

Onsite Only
Largo, MD 20774
Categories: Largo MD

5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551 10.9 miles

5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

225 REINEKERS LN 11.0 miles

225 REINEKERS LN
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center 11.4 miles

6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center
Falls Church, VA 22044
Categories: Falls Church VA

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 11.5 miles

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD
BOWIE, MD 20716
Categories: BOWIE MD

4320 SEMINARY RD 11.5 miles

4320 SEMINARY RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

P. O. BOX 376 11.7 miles

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

3676 Alpen Greenway 11.8 miles

3676 Alpen Greenway
Burtonsville, MD 20866
Categories: Burtonsville MD

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 12.1 miles

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

4527 DUKE ST 12.2 miles

4527 DUKE ST
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100 12.2 miles

6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

5130 DUKE ST STE 10 12.8 miles

5130 DUKE ST STE 10
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

920 W BROAD ST STE B 13.1 miles

920 W BROAD ST STE B
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22046
Categories: FALLS CHURCH VA

7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108 13.2 miles

7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108
CLINTON, MD 20735
Categories: CLINTON MD

On-site ONLY 13.7 miles

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

6144 EDSALL RD APT 303 13.7 miles

6144 EDSALL RD APT 303
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

8768 SUSINI DR 13.8 miles

8768 SUSINI DR
LAUREL, MD 20723
Categories: LAUREL MD

PO BOX 59815 14.2 miles

PO BOX 59815
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
Categories: ROCKVILLE MD

6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300 14.5 miles

6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300
Annandale, VA 22003
Categories: Annandale VA

7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B 14.8 miles

7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B
Alexandria, VA 22306
Categories: Alexandria VA

5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR 15.4 miles

5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD 15.5 miles

6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314 15.5 miles

8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

5501 BACKLICK RD 15.8 miles

5501 BACKLICK RD
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

5510 ALMA LN STE 200 15.9 miles

5510 ALMA LN STE 200
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206 16.0 miles

8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206
FAIRFAX, VA 22031
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 16.0 miles

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

3020 Hamaker Court, B-110 16.3 miles

3020 Hamaker Court, B-110
Fairfax, VA 22031
Categories: Fairfax VA

8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120, 16.4 miles

8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120,
Fairfax, VA 22031
Categories: Fairfax VA

6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105 16.5 miles

6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

100 MAPLE AVE E 17.2 miles

100 MAPLE AVE E
VIENNA, VA 22180
Categories: VIENNA VA

15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 17.3 miles

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

9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 17.3 miles

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

15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 17.4 miles

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

14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 18.0 miles

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

6656 DOBBIN RD 18.3 miles

6656 DOBBIN RD
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
Categories: COLUMBIA MD

42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ 18.9 miles

42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ
STONE RIDGE, VA 20105
Categories: STONE RIDGE VA

8945 N WESTLAND DR 19.2 miles

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

431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 19.2 miles

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

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 19.4 miles

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

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 19.4 miles

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

6785 Business Pkwy 19.5 miles

6785 Business Pkwy
Elkridge, MD 21075
Categories: Elkridge MD

7839 ROLLING RD STE A 19.5 miles

7839 ROLLING RD STE A
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111 20.1 miles

2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111
WALDORF, MD 20601
Categories: WALDORF MD

10560 MAIN ST 20.5 miles

10560 MAIN ST
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

803 RUSSELL AVE 20.5 miles

803 RUSSELL AVE
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879
Categories: GAITHERSBURG MD

3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200 20.6 miles

3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 20.6 miles

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

10721 MAIN ST STE 3100 20.7 miles

10721 MAIN ST STE 3100
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

10721 Main Street, Suite 1400 20.7 miles

10721 Main Street, Suite 1400
Fairfax, VA 22030
Categories: Fairfax VA

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD 20.7 miles

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 21.0 miles

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

75 MAYO RD 21.0 miles

75 MAYO RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 21.9 miles

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

820 Bestgate Rd, 22.3 miles

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

3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104 22.3 miles

3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104, 22.3 miles

3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104,
Waldorf, MD 20602
Categories: Waldorf MD

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 22.4 miles

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

3059 MARSHALL HALL RD 22.5 miles

3059 MARSHALL HALL RD
BRYANS ROAD, MD 20616
Categories: BRYANS ROAD MD

12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201 22.5 miles

12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

106 Elden St Ste 18b, 22.5 miles

106 Elden St Ste 18b,
Herndon, VA 20170
Categories: Herndon VA

11848 Robertson Farm Circle 22.7 miles

11848 Robertson Farm Circle
Fairfax, VA 22030
Categories: Fairfax VA

208 ELDEN ST 22.7 miles

208 ELDEN ST
HERNDON, VA 20170
Categories: HERNDON VA

3070 HEATHCOTE RD 22.9 miles

3070 HEATHCOTE RD
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 23.1 miles

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

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 23.1 miles

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

462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103 23.1 miles

462 HERNDON PKWY STE 103
HERNDON, VA 20170
Categories: HERNDON VA

3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400 23.4 miles

3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD 23.5 miles

12321 MIDDLEBROOK RD
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
Categories: GERMANTOWN MD

1419 FOREST DR STE 104 23.5 miles

1419 FOREST DR STE 104
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G 23.7 miles

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

19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR 23.7 miles

19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
Categories: GERMANTOWN MD

19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308 23.7 miles

19785 CRYSTAL ROCK DR, STE 308
GERMANTOWN, MD 20874
Categories: GERMANTOWN MD

20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 205, 23.9 miles

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

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 24.2 miles

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

12713 SHOPPES LN 24.2 miles

12713 SHOPPES LN
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
Categories: FAIRFAX VA

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 24.4 miles

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

216 Locust St 24.5 miles

216 Locust St
Occaquan, VA 22125
Categories: Occaquan VA

5822 OAKLAND RD 24.5 miles

5822 OAKLAND RD
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
Categories: HALETHORPE MD

46440 BENEDICT DR STE 108 24.7 miles

46440 BENEDICT DR STE 108
STERLING, VA 20164
Categories: STERLING VA

Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.

Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Cottage City, MD Include:

  • Lipid/Cholesterol Test
  • STD Testing
  • Diabetes Testing
  • Thyroid Testing
  • Hemoglobin A1C Testing
  • Complete Blood Count (CBC) Testing
  • Hepatitis Testing
  • Basic Metabolic Testing
  • Liver Function Testing
  • Hormone Testing

** Patients who have high insurance deductibles, co-pays or do not have insurance can access important health and wellness testing by scheduling/Ordering a confidential clinical test through Accredited Drug Testing By Phone or On-line.

The process to schedule a lab/blood test in Cottage City, Maryland is fast and easy!

Step 1: Schedule/Order your test online at www.accrediteddrugtesting.com/lab-test-order or call our scheduling department at 800-221-4291. You do not need to visit a doctor to order a test.

Step 2: Provide confidential and secure patient information including the type of test, zip code of the location area you would like to take the test, make payment and you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing center. Same day service is available. Your test registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.

Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our national CLIA and FDA certified laboratories (Quest/ LabCorp) your results will be sent through a confidential, secure and encrypted portal to the email address that you provided. In the event that the test is non-negative, abnormal or other circumstances, a consultation with the referring physician is available.

Blood Testing Cottage City, Maryland

A blood test performed in Cottage City, MD is a laboratory analysis performed on a blood sample that is usually extracted from a vein in the arm using a hypodermic needle, or via fingerprick. Multiple tests for specific blood components, such as a glucose test or a cholesterol test, are often grouped together into one test panel called a blood panel or blood work. Blood tests are often used in health care to determine physiological and biochemical states, such as disease, mineral content, pharmaceutical drug effectiveness, and organ function. Typical clinical blood panels include a basic metabolic panel or a complete blood count. Blood tests are also used in drug tests to detect drug abuse.

A basic metabolic panel measures sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), magnesium, creatinine, glucose, and sometimes calcium. Tests that focus on cholesterol levels can determine LDL and HDL cholesterol levels, as well as triglyceride levels.

Some tests, such as those that measure glucose or a lipid profile, require fasting (or no food consumption) eight to twelve hours prior to the drawing of the blood sample.

For the majority of tests, blood is usually obtained from the patient's vein. Other specialized tests, such as the arterial blood gas test, require blood extracted from an artery. Blood gas analysis of arterial blood is primarily used to monitor carbon dioxide and oxygen levels related to pulmonary function, but is also used to measure blood pH and bicarbonate levels for certain metabolic conditions.[While the regular glucose test is taken at a certain point in time, the glucose tolerance test involves repeated testing to determine the rate at which glucose is processed by the body.

Laboratory Testing In Cottage City, Maryland

Our laboratory testing locations in Cottage City, MD provide a wide range of certified laboratory test analysis. Some test results can be affected by certain foods and medications. For this reason, people may be asked to not eat or drink for several hours before a laboratory test or to delay taking medications until after the test.

Common Lab Tests Performed at our Cottage City, Maryland Testing Facilities Include:

  • Complete Blood Count. This test, also known as a CBC, is the most common blood test performed.
  • Prothrombin Time. Also known as PT and Pro Time, this test measures how long it takes blood to clot.
  • Basic Metabolic Panel.
  • Comprehensive Metabolic Panel.
  • Lipid Panel.
  • Liver Panel.
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone.
  • Hemoglobin A1C.

All laboratory testing that is performed on humans in the United States (except testing done in clinical trials and other types of human research) is regulated through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), which were passed by Congress in 1988. The CLIA laboratory certification program is administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in conjunction with the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CLIA ensures that laboratory staff are appropriately trained and supervised and that testing laboratories have quality control programs in place so that test results are accurate and reliable.

STD Testing Cottage City, Maryland

Our local Cottage City, Maryland STD testing centers provide multiple STD tests for individuals who may have been exposed to or showing symptoms of an STD. Millions of Americans have some form of an STD and our testing is provided in a confidential manner. STD tests may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel test which includes several STD tests. STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.

STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.

STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year.

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

Laboratory Blood Testing: An Essential Overview

Laboratory blood testing is a fundamental tool in medical diagnostics, offering critical insights into the physiological and pathological conditions of the body. These tests are commonly used to evaluate health, diagnose diseases, and monitor medical treatments. This overview highlights the importance, common types of blood tests, and what individuals can expect during the testing process.

Importance of Blood Testing

Blood tests are vital for early detection and management of diseases. They help in assessing the functioning of various organs such as the liver, kidneys, and thyroid, and are essential in diagnosing conditions like diabetes, anemia, and heart disease. Regular blood testing can aid in the early detection of health issues, allowing for timely intervention.

Common Types of Blood Tests

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC): Measures the levels of various blood cells like red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. This test is crucial for diagnosing conditions such as anemia and infections.
  • Blood Chemistry Panels: Includes tests such as liver panels, kidney panels, and electrolyte testing which assess the functionality of these organs and electrolyte balance.
  • Lipid Panel: Used to determine the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, important for assessing heart disease risk.
  • Blood Glucose Tests: Measures blood sugar levels to manage and diagnose diabetes.
  • Coagulation Panel: Assesses blood clotting ability and can help diagnose clotting disorders or monitor blood thinning medications.

What to Expect During a Blood Test

  1. Preparation: Some tests require fasting or other specific conditions before sample collection. It's important to follow all preparatory instructions provided by the healthcare provider.
  2. Collection Process: A healthcare professional will draw blood, usually from a vein in the arm, using a small needle. The process is quick and causes minimal discomfort.
  3. Results: The time to receive test results can vary depending on the type of test. Results are typically available within a few days and will be discussed with the healthcare provider to interpret what they mean for the individual’s health.

Benefits of Regular Blood Testing

Regular blood testing provides numerous benefits:

  • Health Monitoring: Helps track health changes over time, providing insights into how lifestyle, diet, and age affect body functions.
  • Disease Management: Essential for managing chronic conditions, allowing adjustments in treatment plans based on test results.
  • Preventive Care: Identifies risk factors early, enabling preventive measures to be taken before the onset of more serious conditions.

Laboratory blood testing is a key component in healthcare management, playing a crucial role in diagnosing, monitoring, and preventing diseases. Understanding the types and purposes of various blood tests can help individuals actively participate in their healthcare decisions.

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Local Area Info: Cottage City, Maryland

Cottage City, officially the Town of Cottage City, is a town in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. The population was 1,305 at the 2010 census. Cottage City is a small, quiet community lying between Eastern Avenue (the border with Washington, D.C.), Brentwood, Colmar Manor, and the Anacostia River. Cottage City was developed beginning in 1870 under the name of "The Highlands". The area was incorporated in 1924 as Cottage City.

Its history dates to pre-revolutionary America; old records indicate that the area was home to several of the Potomac River Indian tribes. With the coming of European settlers, the area became noted for its deep-water Anacostia River port, known then as Harrison's Landing. Contributing to the economy of Harrison's Landing was Moyer's Grist Mill located in Yarrow, the very first mill of its type between Baltimore and Alexandria, Virginia. Yarrow was renamed several times, but today we know Yarrow as Cottage City.

Known as the Dark and Bloody Grounds, the former site of the Bladensburg Dueling Grounds was located along Dueling Creek and Bladensburg Road; the historic location now shares the present-day boundary of the towns of Cottage City and Colmar Manor. Cottage City and Moyer's Mill played a key role in the Battle of Bladensburg during the War of 1812. The mill acted as a hospital for wounded American militia, as well as an artillery battery. American forces were repulsed in a bitter fight in Mr. Moyer's orchards, an event that resulted ultimately in the burning of the nation's capital.

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Population (male): 666

Median Age: 40.3 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $608.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Cottage City: 161.1 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (1.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 9.8% for Black residents, 11.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 5.6% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Portuguese (3.4%), African (2.9%), Jamaican (2.4%), German (1.6%), Ghanaian (1.3%), Guyanese (1.1%).

Land Area: 0.25 square miles.

Zip Codes: 20722

Races:
      Black alone - 510 - 41.5%
      Hispanic - 480 - 39.1%
      White alone - 156 - 12.7%
      Asian alone - 49 - 4.0%
      Two or more races - 28 - 2.3%
      American Indian alone - 26 - 2.1%

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