Douglas, GA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 11,430 (98% urban, 2% rural). >Population change since 2000: +7.4%

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $601.

Elevation: 259 feet

Land Area: 12.9 square miles.

Zip Codes: 31533, 31535

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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
Douglas, GA

Accredited Drug Testing in Douglas, Georgia provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Douglas, GA 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 Douglas, Georgia and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Douglas, GA area are within minutes of your home or office.

8335 OFFICE PARK DR STE G 0.9 miles

8335 OFFICE PARK DR STE G
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30134
Categories: DOUGLASVILLE GA

8337 Office Park Dr Ste A 0.9 miles

8337 Office Park Dr Ste A
Douglasville, GA 30134
Categories: Douglasville GA

9390 THE LANDING DR 1.7 miles

9390 THE LANDING DR
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
Categories: DOUGLASVILLE GA

7421 DOUGLAS BLVD STE A 2.0 miles

7421 DOUGLAS BLVD STE A
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
Categories: DOUGLASVILLE GA

3216 HIGHWAY 5 2.5 miles

3216 HIGHWAY 5
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
Categories: DOUGLASVILLE GA

561 THORNTON RD 7.5 miles

561 THORNTON RD
LITHIA SPRINGS, GA 30122
Categories: LITHIA SPRINGS GA

101 QUARTZ DR STE 101 8.5 miles

101 QUARTZ DR STE 101
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
Categories: VILLA RICA GA

3875 POWDER SPRINGS RD 8.9 miles

3875 POWDER SPRINGS RD
POWDER SPRINGS, GA 30127
Categories: POWDER SPRINGS GA

5745 WENDY BAGWELL PKWY ste 9 9.2 miles

5745 WENDY BAGWELL PKWY ste 9
HIRAM, GA 30141
Categories: HIRAM GA

5610 WENDY BAGWELL PKWY 9.3 miles

5610 WENDY BAGWELL PKWY
HIRAM, GA 30141
Categories: HIRAM GA

705 DALLAS HWY 9.8 miles

705 DALLAS HWY
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
Categories: VILLA RICA GA

5670 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW 10.2 miles

5670 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW
ATLANTA, GA 30336
Categories: ATLANTA GA

399 AUSTELL RD 10.2 miles

399 AUSTELL RD
AUSTELL, GA 30106
Categories: AUSTELL GA

3965 CASCADE RD SW STE R 10.3 miles

3965 CASCADE RD SW STE R
ATLANTA, GA 30331
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1680 MULKEY RD SW, SUITE B 11.1 miles

1680 MULKEY RD SW, SUITE B
AUSTELL, GA 30106
Categories: AUSTELL GA

3875 AUSTELL RD STE 202 11.2 miles

3875 AUSTELL RD STE 202
AUSTELL, GA 30106
Categories: AUSTELL GA

3950 Austell Road SW 11.2 miles

3950 Austell Road SW
AUSTELL, GA 30106
Categories: AUSTELL GA

209 COOLEY DR Ste 101 11.2 miles

209 COOLEY DR Ste 101
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
Categories: VILLA RICA GA

3825 Medical Park Dr. Ste 101, 11.3 miles

3825 Medical Park Dr. Ste 101,
Austell, GA 30106
Categories: Austell GA

2453 POWDER SPRINGS RD SW STE 215 11.6 miles

2453 POWDER SPRINGS RD SW STE 215
MARIETTA, GA 30064
Categories: MARIETTA GA

4795 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW STE F 11.6 miles

4795 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW STE F
ATLANTA, GA 30336
Categories: ATLANTA GA

4770 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW 11.8 miles

4770 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW
ATLANTA, GA 30336
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1025 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY SE OUTPARCEL 7A 12.0 miles

1025 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY SE OUTPARCEL 7A
MABLETON, GA 30126
Categories: MABLETON GA

920 DANNON VW SW STE 3103 CASCADE PROFESSIONAL PARK 12.1 miles

920 DANNON VW SW STE 3103 CASCADE PROFESSIONAL PARK
ATLANTA, GA 30331
Categories: ATLANTA GA

4525 Fulton Industrial Blvd SW 12.2 miles

4525 Fulton Industrial Blvd SW
Atlanta, GA 30336
Categories: Atlanta GA

4445 Commerce Dr SW STE B11 12.4 miles

4445 Commerce Dr SW STE B11
ATLANTA, GA 30336
Categories: ATLANTA GA

504 W MEMORIAL DR 13.2 miles

504 W MEMORIAL DR
DALLAS, GA 30132
Categories: DALLAS GA

4480 N COOPER LAKE RD SE 13.7 miles

4480 N COOPER LAKE RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Categories: SMYRNA GA

3481 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY SW 14.3 miles

3481 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY SW
MARIETTA, GA 30064
Categories: MARIETTA GA

49 HOSIERY MILL RD 14.3 miles

49 HOSIERY MILL RD
DALLAS, GA 30157
Categories: DALLAS GA

545 CONCORD RD SE 14.5 miles

545 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Categories: SMYRNA GA

3515 CAMP CREEK PKWY STE 110 14.6 miles

3515 CAMP CREEK PKWY STE 110
EAST POINT, GA 30344
Categories: EAST POINT GA

440 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY NW STE 23 14.9 miles

440 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY NW STE 23
KENNESAW, GA 30144
Categories: KENNESAW GA

3201 S COBB DR SE STE D1 15.1 miles

3201 S COBB DR SE STE D1
SMYRNA, GA 30080
Categories: SMYRNA GA

3791 S COBB DR SE STE A 15.2 miles

3791 S COBB DR SE STE A
SMYRNA, GA 30080
Categories: SMYRNA GA

2721 S COBB DR SE 15.3 miles

2721 S COBB DR SE
SMYRNA, GA 30080
Categories: SMYRNA GA

4425 S COBB DR, SUITE C 15.5 miles

4425 S COBB DR, SUITE C
SMYRNA, GA 30080
Categories: SMYRNA GA

1203 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1 C 17.3 miles

1203 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1 C
EAST POINT, GA 30344
Categories: EAST POINT GA

300 W I PKWY 17.6 miles

300 W I PKWY
DALLAS, GA 30132
Categories: DALLAS GA

1136 Cleveland Ave Ste 303, S Fulton Med Arts Ctr 17.8 miles

1136 Cleveland Ave Ste 303, S Fulton Med Arts Ctr
East Point, GA 30344
Categories: East Point GA

180 COBB PKWY S 18.2 miles

180 COBB PKWY S
MARIETTA, GA 30060
Categories: MARIETTA GA

2550 COBB PKWY SE STE 202 18.3 miles

2550 COBB PKWY SE STE 202
SMYRNA, GA 30080
Categories: SMYRNA GA

1480 CHATTAHOOCHEE AVE NW 18.3 miles

1480 CHATTAHOOCHEE AVE NW
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Categories: ATLANTA GA

5185 OLD NATIONAL HWY 18.4 miles

5185 OLD NATIONAL HWY
ATLANTA, GA 30349
Categories: ATLANTA GA

2520 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 201 18.5 miles

2520 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 201
MARIETTA, GA 30067
Categories: MARIETTA GA

2480 Windy Hill Rd Ste 200 18.5 miles

2480 Windy Hill Rd Ste 200
Marietta, GA 30067
Categories: Marietta GA

2480 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 104 18.5 miles

2480 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 104
MARIETTA, GA 30067
Categories: MARIETTA GA

2430 HERODIAN WAY SE STE 210 18.6 miles

2430 HERODIAN WAY SE STE 210
SMYRNA, GA 30080
Categories: SMYRNA GA

270 COBB PKWY S STE 30 18.7 miles

270 COBB PKWY S STE 30
MARIETTA, GA 30060
Categories: MARIETTA GA

1395 S MARIETTA PKWY SE STE 200 STE 212 18.8 miles

1395 S MARIETTA PKWY SE STE 200 STE 212
MARIETTA, GA 30067
Categories: MARIETTA GA

470 Franklin Rd SE Ste 103 18.9 miles

470 Franklin Rd SE Ste 103
Marietta, GA 30067
Categories: Marietta GA

833 CAMPBELL HILL ST NW STE 200 18.9 miles

833 CAMPBELL HILL ST NW STE 200
MARIETTA, GA 30060
Categories: MARIETTA GA

4501 CIRCLE 75 PKWY SE STE B-2190 18.9 miles

4501 CIRCLE 75 PKWY SE STE B-2190
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Categories: ATLANTA GA

790 Church St NW, Ste 200 18.9 miles

790 Church St NW, Ste 200
Marietta, GA 30060
Categories: Marietta GA

110 LEWIS DR NE 19.0 miles

110 LEWIS DR NE
MARIETTA, GA 30060
Categories: MARIETTA GA

6000 S TERMINAL PKWY STE 375 19.0 miles

6000 S TERMINAL PKWY STE 375
ATLANTA, GA 30337
Categories: ATLANTA GA

790 CHURCH ST, #150 19.0 miles

790 CHURCH ST, #150
MARIETTA, GA 30060
Categories: MARIETTA GA

923 DILL AVE SW 19.0 miles

923 DILL AVE SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Categories: ATLANTA GA

6000 N TERMINAL PKWY STE 315 19.1 miles

6000 N TERMINAL PKWY STE 315
ATLANTA, GA 30320
Categories: ATLANTA GA

220 COBB PKWY N STE 400 19.1 miles

220 COBB PKWY N STE 400
MARIETTA, GA 30062
Categories: MARIETTA GA

1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 130 19.6 miles

1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 130
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1005 VIRGINIA AVE STE 100 19.7 miles

1005 VIRGINIA AVE STE 100
ATLANTA, GA 30354
Categories: ATLANTA GA

535 N CENTRAL AVE 19.8 miles

535 N CENTRAL AVE
HAPEVILLE, GA 30354
Categories: HAPEVILLE GA

757 CLEVELAND AVE SW STE D 19.8 miles

757 CLEVELAND AVE SW STE D
ATLANTA, GA 30315
Categories: ATLANTA GA

775 COBB PLACE BLVD NW 19.9 miles

775 COBB PLACE BLVD NW
KENNESAW, GA 30144
Categories: KENNESAW GA

2890 DELK RD SE 19.9 miles

2890 DELK RD SE
MARIETTA, GA 30067
Categories: MARIETTA GA

791 Oak St 20.4 miles

791 Oak St
Hapeville, GA 30354
Categories: Hapeville GA

3580 ATLANTA AVE 20.4 miles

3580 ATLANTA AVE
HAPEVILLE, GA 30354
Categories: HAPEVILLE GA

501 PULLIAM ST SW STE 144 20.4 miles

501 PULLIAM ST SW STE 144
ATLANTA, GA 30312
Categories: ATLANTA GA

688 SPRING ST NW 20.7 miles

688 SPRING ST NW
ATLANTA, GA 30308
Categories: ATLANTA GA

125C HOWELL RD 20.7 miles

125C HOWELL RD
TYRONE, GA 30290
Categories: TYRONE GA

2221 PEACHTREE ST NE 20.7 miles

2221 PEACHTREE ST NE
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1230 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1900 20.7 miles

1230 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1900
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Categories: ATLANTA GA

338 W Peachtree St NW 20.7 miles

338 W Peachtree St NW
Atlanta, GA 30308
Categories: Atlanta GA

1287 SPUR 138 STE 8 20.7 miles

1287 SPUR 138 STE 8
JONESBORO, GA 30236
Categories: JONESBORO GA

550 Peachtree Street NE, Suite, 20.8 miles

550 Peachtree Street NE, Suite,
Atlanta, GA 30308
Categories: Atlanta GA

550 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1460 20.8 miles

550 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1460
ATLANTA, GA 30308
Categories: ATLANTA GA

6425 POWERS FERRY RD NW 21.0 miles

6425 POWERS FERRY RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Categories: ATLANTA GA

145 NORTH AVE NE 21.0 miles

145 NORTH AVE NE
ATLANTA, GA 30308
Categories: ATLANTA GA

2292 PEACHTREE RD NW 21.0 miles

2292 PEACHTREE RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30309
Categories: ATLANTA GA

GEORGE BUSBEE PKWY 21.1 miles

GEORGE BUSBEE PKWY
KENNESAW, GA 30144
Categories: KENNESAW GA

236 AUBURN AVE NE STE 205A 21.2 miles

236 AUBURN AVE NE STE 205A
ATLANTA, GA 30303
Categories: ATLANTA GA

175 HANDLEY RD STE 200 21.2 miles

175 HANDLEY RD STE 200
TYRONE, GA 30290
Categories: TYRONE GA

5032 CLARK HOWELL HWY 21.6 miles

5032 CLARK HOWELL HWY
COLLEGE PARK, GA 30349
Categories: COLLEGE PARK GA

3655 CHEROKEE ST NW STE 5 21.7 miles

3655 CHEROKEE ST NW STE 5
KENNESAW, GA 30144
Categories: KENNESAW GA

4500 S MAIN ST STE 104 22.1 miles

4500 S MAIN ST STE 104
ACWORTH, GA 30101
Categories: ACWORTH GA

3617 ROSWELL RD NE STE A 22.1 miles

3617 ROSWELL RD NE STE A
ATLANTA, GA 30305
Categories: ATLANTA GA

3805 CHEROKEE ST NW 22.2 miles

3805 CHEROKEE ST NW
KENNESAW, GA 30144
Categories: KENNESAW GA

882 PONCE DE LEON AVE NE 22.4 miles

882 PONCE DE LEON AVE NE
ATLANTA, GA 30306
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1275 SHILOH RD NW STE 3050 22.5 miles

1275 SHILOH RD NW STE 3050
KENNESAW, GA 30144
Categories: KENNESAW GA

1650 CHATTAHOOCHEE DR 22.7 miles

1650 CHATTAHOOCHEE DR
ROCKMART, GA 30153
Categories: ROCKMART GA

812 S. PARK ST, SUITE 6 22.8 miles

812 S. PARK ST, SUITE 6
CARROLLTON, GA 30117
Categories: CARROLLTON GA

1270 CAROLINE ST NE 23.1 miles

1270 CAROLINE ST NE
ATLANTA, GA 30307
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1480 S HIGHWAY 27 23.2 miles

1480 S HIGHWAY 27
CARROLLTON, GA 30117
Categories: CARROLLTON GA

526 Forest Pkwy Ste K 23.3 miles

526 Forest Pkwy Ste K
Forest Park, GA 30297
Categories: Forest Park GA

On-site only 23.5 miles

On-site only
MARIETTA, GA 30068
Categories: MARIETTA GA

1735 S HIGHWAY 27 23.5 miles

1735 S HIGHWAY 27
CARROLLTON, GA 30117
Categories: CARROLLTON GA

804 COMMERCE BLVD STE A25 23.6 miles

804 COMMERCE BLVD STE A25
RIVERDALE, GA 30296
Categories: RIVERDALE GA

81 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW #140 23.7 miles

81 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW #140
RIVERDALE, GA 30274
Categories: RIVERDALE GA

5610 ROSWELL RD STE 100 23.7 miles

5610 ROSWELL RD STE 100
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30342
Categories: SANDY SPRINGS GA

83 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW STE 155 23.7 miles

83 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW STE 155
RIVERDALE, GA 30274
Categories: RIVERDALE GA

6334 ROSWELL RD NE STE C 24.0 miles

6334 ROSWELL RD NE STE C
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30328
Categories: SANDY SPRINGS GA

6309 ROSWELL RD NE STE 2-E 24.0 miles

6309 ROSWELL RD NE STE 2-E
ATLANTA, GA 30328
Categories: ATLANTA GA

5942 ROSWELL RD NE 24.0 miles

5942 ROSWELL RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30328
Categories: ATLANTA GA

217 ARROWHEAD BLVD STE D1 24.1 miles

217 ARROWHEAD BLVD STE D1
JONESBORO, GA 30236
Categories: JONESBORO GA

1140 HAMMOND DR NE BLDG4-SUITE 100 24.2 miles

1140 HAMMOND DR NE BLDG4-SUITE 100
ATLANTA, GA 30328
Categories: ATLANTA GA

4774 LOWER ROSWELL RD 24.3 miles

4774 LOWER ROSWELL RD
MARIETTA, GA 30068
Categories: MARIETTA GA

1000 MARQUETTE RD 24.6 miles

1000 MARQUETTE RD
ROCKMART, GA 30153
Categories: ROCKMART GA

29 MILLARD FARMER IND BLVD 24.6 miles

29 MILLARD FARMER IND BLVD
NEWNAN, GA 30263
Categories: NEWNAN GA

769 MORROW RD 24.7 miles

769 MORROW RD
FOREST PARK, GA 30297
Categories: FOREST PARK GA

1365 CLIFTON RD NE 24.7 miles

1365 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1397 CEDAR GROVE RD 24.7 miles

1397 CEDAR GROVE RD
CONLEY, GA 30288
Categories: CONLEY GA

6660 ROSWELL RD 24.8 miles

6660 ROSWELL RD
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30328
Categories: SANDY SPRINGS GA

975 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE STE 320 24.9 miles

975 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE STE 320
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1240 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 102 25.0 miles

1240 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 102
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
Categories: FAYETTEVILLE GA

1275 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 201 25.0 miles

1275 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 201
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
Categories: FAYETTEVILLE GA

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

Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Douglas, GA 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 Douglas, Georgia 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 Douglas, Georgia

A blood test performed in Douglas, GA 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 Douglas, Georgia

Our laboratory testing locations in Douglas, GA 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 Douglas, Georgia 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 Douglas, Georgia

Our local Douglas, Georgia 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: Douglas, Georgia

Douglas is a city in Coffee County, Georgia, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 11,589. Douglas is the county seat of Coffee County and the core city of the Douglas, Georgia Micropolitan Statistical Area, which had a population of 50,731 as of the 2010 census.

Douglas was founded in 1855 as the seat of the newly formed Coffee County. It was named for Senator Stephen A. Douglas from Illinois, a renowned stump speaker who was the challenger to Abraham Lincoln in the presidential election of 1860.

Douglas was chartered as a town in 1895 and as a city in 1897. In 1895, the railroad came to Douglas and the community began to boom. In 1909, the Georgia and Florida Railway located its offices in Douglas.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 11,430 (98% urban, 2% rural). >Population change since 2000: +7.4%

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $601.

Elevation: 259 feet

Land Area: 12.9 square miles.

Zip Codes: 31533, 31535

(800) 221-4291