STD Testing Centers
Carson, CA
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Carson, California testing centers 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 at our Carson, CA locations may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel screening which includes several STD tests. Same day service is available, and we have multiple Carson, California STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
455 E CARSON PLAZA DR 1.3 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
20401 AVALON BLVD STE C 1.5 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
23601 AVALON BLVD Ste 104 1.8 miles
CARSON, CA 90745
21081 S WESTERN AVE STE 150 1.8 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90501
1149 W 190TH ST 2.0 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
25965 NORMANDIE AVE FL 1 3.3 miles
HARBOR CITY, CA 90710
16630 S BROADWAY ST 3.4 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
3330 LOMITA BLVD 3.8 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
23441 Madison St Ste 300, 4.0 miles
Torrance, CA 90505
21320 HAWTHORNE BLVD STE 227 4.0 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
1300 W 155TH ST STE 109 4.2 miles
GARDENA, CA 90247
15401 S MAIN ST 4.2 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
19301 S SANTA FE AVE Ste 120 4.2 miles
COMPTON, CA 90221
23441 MADISON ST.BLD8,STE 110 4.3 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
4101 TORRANCE BLVD 4.4 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
2499 S WILMINGTON AVE 4.4 miles
COMPTON, CA 90220
4253 REDONDO BEACH BLVD 5.0 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
482 W WILLOW ST 5.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
2776 PACIFIC AVE 5.3 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
2101 MAGNOLIA AVE 5.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
14619 PRAIRIE AVE 5.6 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 305, 5.8 miles
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
2750 ATLANTIC AVE 5.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
1250 PACIFIC AVE 6.1 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
2301 W EL SEGUNDO BLVD 6.4 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
1360 W 6TH ST STE 190 6.5 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
1294 W 6th St Ste 206, 6.5 miles
San Pedro, CA 90731
1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 6.5 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
1300 W 7TH ST 6.6 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
11152 S MAIN ST 7.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
100 Oceangate, P245 7.3 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
On-site only 7.3 miles
Long Beach, CA 90802
7300 ALONDRA BLVD STE 108 7.5 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
11633 HAWTHORNE BLVD #215 7.8 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
16660 PARAMONT BLVD STE 102 7.9 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
16444 PARAMOUNT BLVD 7.9 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
5203 LAKEWOOD BLVD 8.1 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
5205 Lakewood Blvd 8.1 miles
Lakewood, CA 90712
3611 MLK Blvd STE 108 8.3 miles
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 8.3 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1720 TERMINO AVE 8.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 8.6 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
920 N NASH ST 9.1 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
390 N SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 1000 9.1 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
1700 E WALNUT AVE 9.5 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
6033 W CENTURY BLVD STE 200 10.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
9353 IMPERIAL HWY GARDEN MEDICAL OFFICE,3RD FLOOR 10.2 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90242
9601 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 10.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8930 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 200 10.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
6529 SEVILLE AVE 10.8 miles
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA 90255
5862 AVALON BLVD 10.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90003
8800 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 8 10.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8726 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 10.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE STE 408 11.3 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90241
5525 W SLAUSON AVE 12.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90056
4580 PACIFIC BLVD 12.2 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 12.4 miles
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
3364 E SLAUSON AVE 12.4 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
3851 S SOTO ST 12.9 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
3688 S Soto St 12.9 miles
Vernon, CA 90058
3320 S HILL ST 13.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90007
1907 E WASHINGTON BLVD 13.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90021
3430 GARFIELD AVE 13.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 13.3 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
2476 S ATLANTIC BLVD 13.5 miles
COMMERCE, CA 90040
2231 S WESTERN AVE 13.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90018
6538 TELEGRAPH RD 13.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 14.0 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 14.0 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
12001 W WASHINGTON BLVD 14.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
12212 W WASHINGTON BLVD 14.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
1400 S GRAND AVE STE 612 14.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 14.3 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 14.5 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 14.9 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 14.9 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
929 GEORGIA ST 14.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
420 E 3rd St Ste 802, 15.1 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90013
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 15.1 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
1313 W 8TH ST ste 100 15.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
5971 VENICE BLVD FL 4 15.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90034
124 N VIGNES ST 15.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203&204, 15.3 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90017
1225 WILSHIRE BLVD 15.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
333 S HOPE ST STE C145 15.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90071
132 S BEAUDRY AVE 15.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 15.9 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
3545 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 325 16.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90010
2131 W 3RD ST Ste 4 16.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
169 S ALVARADO ST STE 101 16.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
823 N BROADWAY 16.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 16.3 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 16.4 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1802 16.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 16.5 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
8512 Whitworth Dr 16.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90035
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 16.6 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
11560 W PICO BLVD 16.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90064
15464 GOLDENWEST ST 16.9 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
12600 BEACH BLVD 17.0 miles
STANTON, CA 90680
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 17.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 17.1 miles
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
8501 Wilshire Blvd Suite 305, 17.1 miles
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
110 N LA BREA AVE 17.1 miles
INGLEWOOD, CA 90301
7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 17.5 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 17.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 5 17.7 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
2121 SANTA MONICA BLVD 17.8 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
8700 BEVERLY BLVD 17.9 miles
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 17.9 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
1250 16TH ST 17.9 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
11645 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 830 18.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90025
1300 N VERMONT AVE 18.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
209-1 Takashiho Yomitan Village 18.3 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90403
1253 VINE ST ste 19A 18.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90038
1300 N LA BREA AVE 18.5 miles
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90028
11611 SAN VICENTE BLVD 18.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
757 WESTWOOD PLZ 18.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90095
17122 BEACH BLVD STE 104 18.7 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 19.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
17822 BEACH BL SUITE 242 19.1 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92647
18800 Main St Ste 111, 19.2 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 19.3 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
18561 BEACH BLVD 19.4 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
18811 FLORIDA ST 19.5 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
100 S RAYMOND AVE 19.5 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
17024 MAGNOLIA ST 19.5 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
8970 WARNER AVE 19.6 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
12801 CROSSROADS PKWY S Ste 150 20.0 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 20.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
222 W EULALIA ST STE 101 20.4 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
1526 N EDGEMONT ST FL 1 20.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 20.6 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 20.7 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
9350 FLAIR DR Ste 102 20.7 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
9900 Talbert Ave Ste 203, 20.8 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
9920 TALBERT AVE 20.8 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
940 E MAIN ST 20.8 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 20.8 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
9122 ADAMS AVE 21.1 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92646
3144 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 205 21.2 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91733
801 S Chevy Chase Dr Ste 50, 21.2 miles
Glendale, CA 91205
801 S CHEVY CHASE DR 21.2 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91205
416 W LAS TUNAS DR, STE 204 21.3 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
330 W. LAS TUNAS DR. STE 2 21.3 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 21.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 21.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
11180 E Warner Ave Ste 159, 21.6 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
1111 E LA PALMA AVE 21.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
432 W BROADWAY 21.8 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
230 N MARYLAND AVE STE 110 22.0 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
50 ALESSANDRO PL. SUITE A10 22.0 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
16025 GALE AVE STE B10 22.2 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91745
100 W CALIFORNIA BLVD 22.3 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
1717 E LINCOLN AVE 22.3 miles
Anaheim, CA 92805
544 N GLENDALE AVE 22.4 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
501 S BUENA VISTA ST 22.5 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 22.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
3401 S HARBOR BLVD 22.6 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
221 E GLENOAKS BLVD STE 130 22.7 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91207
2701 W ALAMEDA AVE STE 203 22.7 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
3100 W WARNER AVE 22.8 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
4500 RIVERVIEW AVE 22.8 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 23.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
640 S PLACENTIA AVE 23.1 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 23.1 miles
BREA, CA 92821
960 E GREEN ST, STE 164 23.3 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
566 E LAMBERT RD 23.5 miles
BREA, CA 92821
4312 Woodman Ave Ste 102 23.5 miles
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
1750 E COLORADO BLVD 23.7 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
3413 W PACIFIC AVE 102 24.0 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
17487 HURLEY ST 24.0 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
117 E LIVE OAK AVE STE 101 24.1 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 24.1 miles
Orange, CA 92868
14148 FRANCISQUITO AVE 24.1 miles
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 24.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 24.2 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 24.3 miles
Orange, CA 92868
705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 24.5 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1419 SUPERIOR AVE STE 1 24.5 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
320 SUPERIOR AVE. STE 150 24.6 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
18575 Gale Ave Ste 155 24.6 miles
City of Industry, CA 91748
18575 GALE AVE STE 295 24.6 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
301 VICTORIA ST 24.6 miles
COSTA MESA, CA 92627
18335 VALLEY BLVD 24.9 miles
LA PUENTE, CA 91744
3413 W PACIFIC AVE 25.0 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
** 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 Carson, 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 and payment information (self-pay).
When completed you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing location in the Carson, California area. Same day service is available and your registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.
Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our nationally 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.
STD Definitions/Descriptions
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. You will find the most common types of STD and STI testing below.
HIV - HIV is a sexually transmitted disease (that can be spread outside of sexual contact) known as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is the virus that causes AIDS and interferes with the body's ability to fight infections.
Herpes 1 and 2 - Herpes is an infection caused by HSV (herpes simplex virus). This virus affects the external genital, anal region, mucosal surfaces and skin in other parts of the body. There are two types of herpes simplex viruses: HSV-1 9 herpes type 1, or oral herpes) and HSV-2 (herpes type 2, or genital herpes).
Gonorrhea - Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease that can cause infections in the genitals, rectum and throat for both men and women. If untreated it can cause serious health issues, however, if it is caught in time it can be cured with the right medicine.
Chlamydia - Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease that may not show symptoms. However, those that do show symptoms may experience genital pain and discharge from the vagina or penis. If left untreated it can cause damaging effects to the woman's reproductive system.
Syphilis - Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that develops in different stages. The first stage involves a painless sore on the genitals, rectum or mouth. After that initial sore heals, the second stage is a rash. Then, there are no symptoms until years later which is the final stage - damaged brain, nerves, eyes and/or heart.
Many STDs can be easily cured with medication, so you can just finish your treatment and get on with your life. And even though some STDs can't be cured, there are lots of ways to treat your symptoms and prevent you from giving your STD to anyone you have sex with.
People with STDs can be in relationships, have sex, and live totally normal lives. Most people get an STD at least once, and millions are living with STDs now. Having an STD is nothing to feel ashamed of, and it doesn't mean you're "dirty" or a bad person , it just means you're a pretty normal human who got an infection. The reality is that STDs can happen to anybody who's ever been sexual with someone, which is almost everybody on earth. And a few STDs can be spread in non-sexual ways, too.
Accredited Drug Testing can schedule your STD test at an Carson, California testing facility in a confidential, friendly and professional manner. Call us today!
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of STD Testing
Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) testing is a critical component of healthcare, essential for detecting and managing infections transmitted through sexual contact. STD testing is recommended for anyone who is sexually active, as early detection and treatment can prevent serious health consequences and limit the spread of infections to others.
Importance of STD Testing
Regular STD testing is vital because many infections often do not show symptoms immediately, or symptoms may be mild and go unnoticed. Untreated STDs can lead to severe health issues, including infertility, complications during pregnancy, and increased risk of acquiring other STDs, including HIV.
Common Types of STD Tests
- HIV Testing: Performed through blood or saliva samples to detect the presence of HIV antibodies or antigens.
- Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These bacterial infections are typically tested via urine tests or swabs of the genital area.
- Syphilis: Diagnosed through blood testing, which can detect antibodies produced in response to the infection.
- Herpes: Although no cure exists, testing for herpes involves blood tests or swabs from an active outbreak.
- Hepatitis B and C: Blood tests are used to diagnose these viral infections, which affect the liver.
When to Get Tested
- After Unprotected Sex: It's advisable to get tested if you've had unprotected sexual contact with a new partner or multiple partners.
- If Symptoms Occur: Symptoms such as sores on the genitals, pain during urination, or unusual discharge are indications for testing.
- Regular Screenings: Annual or more frequent STD testing may be recommended for active individuals, especially if they have multiple partners.
What to Expect During STD Testing
The testing process is straightforward, involving a physical examination, the collection of samples (blood, urine, swabs), and sometimes a visual inspection of affected areas. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of STD testing, ensuring privacy and discretion in handling patient information and test results.
Benefits of STD Testing
- Early Detection and Treatment: Allows for timely treatment that can effectively manage symptoms and prevent transmission to others.
- Peace of Mind: Provides reassurance and helps maintain your health and the health of your partners.
- Prevention of Complications: Reduces the risk of the long-term health issues associated with untreated STDs.
Understanding the importance of STD testing and participating in regular screenings can significantly impact personal health and public health outcomes. It is an essential step in responsible sexual health management.
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Local Area Info: Carson, California
Carson is a city in Los Angeles County, California, located 13 miles (21 km) south of downtown Los Angeles and approximately 14 miles away from the Los Angeles International Airport. Incorporated on February 20, 1968, Carson is the newest municipality in the South Bay region of Metropolitan Los Angeles. As of the 2010 census, it had a population of 91,714.
1921 marked the first drilling for oil at Dominguez Hill, on the northwest side of the Dominguez Rancho, site of the famous battle during the Mexican–American War called the Battle of Dominguez Rancho in 1846. The mineral rights to this property were owned by Carson Estate Company, the Hellman Family, the Dominguez Estate Company, and the Burnham Exploration Company of Frederick Russell Burnham. On September 7, 1923, Burnham Exploration partnering with Union Oil brought in the first producer on the site: Callender No. 1-A well at a depth of 4,068 feet (1,240 m) and 1,193 barrels per day (189.7 m3/d). Before long a number of refineries were up and running, with over 350 oil derricks, tank farms, and sprawling industrial complexes becoming a familiar part of the scenery. The principal leases were with Shell Oil Company and Union Oil of California and the first two wells were located west of Central Avenue and north of Victoria Street. Oil led to an increase in jobs in the community and a subsequent post-war population surge. An average of 300 barrels per day (48 m3/d) was produced from each of these wells through 1960.
In 2011, Shell was ordered by the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board to clean up the Carousel neighborhood after benzene and methane gas contamination was discovered, as well as soil and groundwater contamination.