North Richmond, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 1,793

Median Age: 31.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,440.

Elevation: 15 feet

Population Density:

Races:
      Hispanic - 1,862 - 50.1%
      Black alone - 1,181 - 31.8%
      Asian alone - 423 - 11.4%
      White alone - 111 - 3.0%
      Two or more races - 86 - 2.3%
      Other race alone - 31 - 0.8%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 15 - 0.4%
      American Indian alone - 8 - 0.2%

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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
North Richmond, CA

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

120 BROADWAY STE 23 0.2 miles

120 BROADWAY STE 23
RICHMOND, CA 94804
Categories: RICHMOND CA

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1 0.7 miles

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1
RICHMOND, CA 94801
Categories: RICHMOND CA

3726 BARRETT AVE 0.8 miles

3726 BARRETT AVE
RICHMOND, CA 94805
Categories: RICHMOND CA

2000 VALE RD 1.3 miles

2000 VALE RD
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

2425 CHURCH LN 1.7 miles

2425 CHURCH LN
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203 3.1 miles

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203
RICHMOND, CA 94806
Categories: RICHMOND CA

2505 BATAAN ST STE O 5.0 miles

2505 BATAAN ST STE O
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

4749 SURREY LN 5.4 miles

4749 SURREY LN
EL SOBRANTE, CA 94803
Categories: EL SOBRANTE CA

2850 7TH ST STE 100 6.4 miles

2850 7TH ST STE 100
BERKELEY, CA 94710
Categories: BERKELEY CA

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115 6.9 miles

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115
Hercules, CA 94547
Categories: Hercules CA

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850 7.3 miles

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850
EMERYVILLE, CA 94608
Categories: EMERYVILLE CA

2450 ASHBY AVE 7.4 miles

2450 ASHBY AVE
BERKELEY, CA 94705
Categories: BERKELEY CA

520 6TH ST 7.8 miles

520 6TH ST
RODEO, CA 94572
Categories: RODEO CA

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101 8.9 miles

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
Categories: SAN RAFAEL CA

3701 BROADWAY FL 5 9.1 miles

3701 BROADWAY FL 5
OAKLAND, CA 94611
Categories: OAKLAND CA

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910 9.2 miles

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910
OAKLAND, CA 94611
Categories: OAKLAND CA

350 HAWTHORNE AVE 9.2 miles

350 HAWTHORNE AVE
OAKLAND, CA 94609
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110 9.2 miles

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110
OAKLAND, CA 94609
Categories: OAKLAND CA

101 CASA BUENA DR 9.2 miles

101 CASA BUENA DR
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
Categories: CORTE MADERA CA

2 FIFER AVE STE 130 9.3 miles

2 FIFER AVE STE 130
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
Categories: CORTE MADERA CA

1517 GRAND AVE 9.6 miles

1517 GRAND AVE
PIEDMONT, CA 94611
Categories: PIEDMONT CA

1700 BROADWAY STE 310 9.9 miles

1700 BROADWAY STE 310
OAKLAND, CA 94612
Categories: OAKLAND CA

49 DRUMM ST 10.1 miles

49 DRUMM ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

26 CALIFORNIA ST 10.2 miles

26 CALIFORNIA ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

845 JACKSON ST 10.2 miles

845 JACKSON ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1220 S ELISEO DR 10.3 miles

1220 S ELISEO DR
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Suite 101 10.3 miles

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Suite 101
Greenbrae, CA 94904
Categories: Greenbrae CA

1321 S ELISEO DR 1ST FL 10.3 miles

1321 S ELISEO DR 1ST FL
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

250 BON AIR RD 10.4 miles

250 BON AIR RD
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

384 EMBARCADERO W 10.5 miles

384 EMBARCADERO W
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

580 MARKET ST STE 100 10.5 miles

580 MARKET ST STE 100
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94104
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

900 HYDE ST 10.8 miles

900 HYDE ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ 11.1 miles

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1125 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD STE N 11.3 miles

1125 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD STE N
KENTFIELD, CA 94904
Categories: KENTFIELD CA

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008 11.4 miles

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102 11.5 miles

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2201 Post St, 11.6 miles

2201 Post St,
San Francisco, CA 94115
Categories: San Francisco CA

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1 12.0 miles

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor 12.2 miles

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A 12.2 miles

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

243 GEORGIA ST STE B 12.4 miles

243 GEORGIA ST STE B
VALLEJO, CA 94590
Categories: VALLEJO CA

2198 15th St, 12.6 miles

2198 15th St,
San Francisco, CA 94114
Categories: San Francisco CA

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2 12.6 miles

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

99 MONTECILLO RD MOB 1 12.8 miles

99 MONTECILLO RD MOB 1
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903
Categories: SAN RAFAEL CA

17 Tennessee St 12.9 miles

17 Tennessee St
Vallejo, CA 94590
Categories: Vallejo CA

2042 Columbus Pkwy, 13.1 miles

2042 Columbus Pkwy,
Benicia, CA 94510
Categories: Benicia CA

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D 13.2 miles

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D
Alameda, CA 94501
Categories: Alameda CA

1100 ROSE DR ste 140 13.3 miles

1100 ROSE DR ste 140
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A 13.3 miles

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Categories: ALAMEDA CA

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70 13.3 miles

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896 13.4 miles

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ 13.6 miles

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1805 ARNOLD DR 14.1 miles

1805 ARNOLD DR
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

SFIA Terminal 2 14.3 miles

SFIA Terminal 2
San Francisco, CA 94125
Categories: San Francisco CA

975 SERENO DR 14.4 miles

975 SERENO DR
VALLEJO, CA 94589
Categories: VALLEJO CA

On-site only 14.4 miles

On-site only
San Francisco, CA 94124
Categories: San Francisco CA

609 GREGORY LN STE 100 14.6 miles

609 GREGORY LN STE 100
PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523
Categories: PLEASANT HILL CA

300 HOSPITAL DR 14.7 miles

300 HOSPITAL DR
VALLEJO, CA 94589
Categories: VALLEJO CA

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146 15.0 miles

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Categories: Pleasant Hill CA

7817 OAKPORT ST 15.5 miles

7817 OAKPORT ST
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205 15.5 miles

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR 15.6 miles

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190 15.7 miles

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

538 STONE RD STE G 15.7 miles

538 STONE RD STE G
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520 15.9 miles

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

1425 S MAIN ST 16.1 miles

1425 S MAIN ST
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

180 ROWLAND WAY 16.1 miles

180 ROWLAND WAY
NOVATO, CA 94945
Categories: NOVATO CA

2231 GALAXY CT 16.6 miles

2231 GALAXY CT
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2090 COMMERCE AVE 16.6 miles

2090 COMMERCE AVE
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105 16.6 miles

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

320 LENNON LN FL 2 17.3 miles

320 LENNON LN FL 2
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

2540 EAST ST 17.4 miles

2540 EAST ST
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2425 East Street, Suite 6 17.4 miles

2425 East Street, Suite 6
Concord, CA 94520
Categories: Concord CA

2477 PACHECO ST 17.5 miles

2477 PACHECO ST
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180 17.9 miles

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

1900 SULLIVAN AVE 18.8 miles

1900 SULLIVAN AVE
DALY CITY, CA 94015
Categories: DALY CITY CA

2587 MERCED ST 18.8 miles

2587 MERCED ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

13939 E 14TH ST 19.1 miles

13939 E 14TH ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

3 S LINDEN AVE 19.9 miles

3 S LINDEN AVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
Categories: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA

International Terminal Level 3 A Side 20.0 miles

International Terminal Level 3 A Side
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

5167 CLAYTON RD STE H 20.8 miles

5167 CLAYTON RD STE H
CONCORD, CA 94521
Categories: CONCORD CA

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212 21.6 miles

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
Categories: SAN BRUNO CA

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101, 21.9 miles

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101,
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Categories: Castro Valley CA

1663 ROLLINS RD 23.4 miles

1663 ROLLINS RD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108 23.6 miles

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

1501 TROUSDALE DR 23.6 miles

1501 TROUSDALE DR
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142 23.8 miles

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140 23.8 miles

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3 23.9 miles

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3
HAYWARD, CA 94544
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400 23.9 miles

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

3900 LAKEVILLE HWY 24.1 miles

3900 LAKEVILLE HWY
PETALUMA, CA 94954
Categories: PETALUMA CA

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32 24.6 miles

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1001 PITTSBURG ANTIOCH HWY STE B 24.7 miles

1001 PITTSBURG ANTIOCH HWY STE B
PITTSBURG, CA 94565
Categories: PITTSBURG CA

60 N EL CAMINO REAL 24.9 miles

60 N EL CAMINO REAL
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

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

Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in North Richmond, CA 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 North Richmond, California 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 North Richmond, California

A blood test performed in North Richmond, CA 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 North Richmond, California

Our laboratory testing locations in North Richmond, CA 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 North Richmond, California 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 North Richmond, California

Our local North Richmond, California 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: North Richmond, California

North Richmond is an unincorporated area in Contra Costa County, California, a census-designated place (CDP) with a population of 3,717 adjacent to and nearly surrounded by the city of Richmond.

The area of North Richmond was populated by Ohlone tribes which settled the area in the 6th century. However, Hokan speaking people may have inhabited the area even earlier, and archaeological evidence shows human settlement to have begun at least by 4000 BC. The Ohlone tribesmen subsisted from hunter-gatherering the bountiful amount of land and sea life of the area. Especially the great amounts of seafood made available along the coastline of Castro Cove and the surrounding marshlands and delta of Wildcat and San Pablo creeks. The majority of present-day North Richmond was territory of the Karkin tribe (or Carquinez) however the land lies on what was a border area with the Chocheño tribe and likely had influences of both groups. The tribes made great use of the salmon and trout runs on the rivers. However, today, culverting and damming has decimated the habitat for these species and they are rarely present ever at the opening of the watercourse.

In the early part of the 20th century, North Richmond was populated by Italian-Americans. During World War II, many African-Americans moved from the South and Midwest and came to the Western United States in order to find jobs helping the war effort. Many came to work in Richmond's shipyards and consequently, moved into North Richmond.

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Population (female): 1,793

Median Age: 31.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,440.

Elevation: 15 feet

Population Density:

Races:
      Hispanic - 1,862 - 50.1%
      Black alone - 1,181 - 31.8%
      Asian alone - 423 - 11.4%
      White alone - 111 - 3.0%
      Two or more races - 86 - 2.3%
      Other race alone - 31 - 0.8%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 15 - 0.4%
      American Indian alone - 8 - 0.2%

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