Kingston, MI Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Age: 38.2 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Kingston: 81.1 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.0%

Poverty (breakdown): (22.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 100.0% for Black residents, 11.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Michigan and other state lists, there were 17 registered sex offenders living in Kingston, Michigan as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Kingston is 24 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (19.5%), German (13.6%), Irish (13.6%), English (10.7%), Polish (6.5%), French (5.9%).

Elevation: 800 feet

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $40,337 (it was $32,813 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $20,290 (it was $14,753 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $107,705 (it was $76,300 in 2000) Kingston:$107,705MI:$155,700

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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)

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601 Ewing St, Suite C-22 2.4 miles

601 Ewing St, Suite C-22
Princeton, NJ 8540
Categories: Princeton NJ

5 PLAINSBORO RD STE 570 3.0 miles

5 PLAINSBORO RD STE 570
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
Categories: PLAINSBORO NJ

4105 US HIGHWAY 1 STE 1 3.5 miles

4105 US HIGHWAY 1 STE 1
MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ 8852
Categories: MONMOUTH JUNCTION NJ

3 LIBERTY ST, Suite 1016 7.5 miles

3 LIBERTY ST, Suite 1016
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
Categories: PLAINSBORO NJ

2 CENTRE DR STE 400 8.3 miles

2 CENTRE DR STE 400
MONROE, NJ 8831
Categories: MONROE NJ

168 Franklin Corner Rd, Bldg. 2, Suite 1D 8.5 miles

168 Franklin Corner Rd, Bldg. 2, Suite 1D
Lawrenceville, NJ 8648
Categories: Lawrenceville NJ

333 Forsgate Drive, Ste 203 8.9 miles

333 Forsgate Drive, Ste 203
Jamesburg, NJ 8831
Categories: Jamesburg NJ

1085 CRANBURY SOUTH RIVER RD Ste 2 9.0 miles

1085 CRANBURY SOUTH RIVER RD Ste 2
JAMESBURG, NJ 8831
Categories: JAMESBURG NJ

49 Veronica Ave, Ste 203 9.3 miles

49 Veronica Ave, Ste 203
Somerset, NJ 8873
Categories: Somerset NJ

2500 US HIGHWAY 1 10.2 miles

2500 US HIGHWAY 1
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 8648
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE NJ

561 CRANBURY RD 10.3 miles

561 CRANBURY RD
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
Categories: EAST BRUNSWICK NJ

620 CRANBURY RD 10.3 miles

620 CRANBURY RD
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
Categories: EAST BRUNSWICK NJ

579 CRANBURY RD STE A 10.3 miles

579 CRANBURY RD STE A
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
Categories: EAST BRUNSWICK NJ

303 OMNI DR 10.4 miles

303 OMNI DR
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
Categories: HILLSBOROUGH NJ

10 COSTCO DR 10.5 miles

10 COSTCO DR
MONROE, NJ 8831
Categories: MONROE NJ

811 HIGHWAY 33 10.5 miles

811 HIGHWAY 33
HAMILTON, NJ 8619
Categories: HAMILTON NJ

1 WASHINGTON BLVD STE A 10.6 miles

1 WASHINGTON BLVD STE A
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ 8691
Categories: ROBBINSVILLE NJ

2222 HIGHWAY 33 STE H 10.7 miles

2222 HIGHWAY 33 STE H
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
Categories: HAMILTON NJ

6 FELLEN PL 11.4 miles

6 FELLEN PL
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
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2 HAMILTON HEALTH PL 11.4 miles

2 HAMILTON HEALTH PL
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
Categories: HAMILTON NJ

636 EASTON AVE 11.7 miles

636 EASTON AVE
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
Categories: SOMERSET NJ

1670 WHITEHORSE HAMILTON SQUARE RD 11.9 miles

1670 WHITEHORSE HAMILTON SQUARE RD
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
Categories: HAMILTON NJ

832 BRUNSWICK AVE 12.0 miles

832 BRUNSWICK AVE
TRENTON, NJ 8638
Categories: TRENTON NJ

750 BRUNSWICK AVE 12.1 miles

750 BRUNSWICK AVE
TRENTON, NJ 8638
Categories: TRENTON NJ

14 EASTON AVE STE 128 12.1 miles

14 EASTON AVE STE 128
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 8901
Categories: NEW BRUNSWICK NJ

1255 WHITEHORSE MERCERVILLE RD 12.1 miles

1255 WHITEHORSE MERCERVILLE RD
MERCERVILLE, NJ 8619
Categories: MERCERVILLE NJ

1225 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd, Suite 201 12.2 miles

1225 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd, Suite 201
Hamilton, NJ 8619
Categories: Hamilton NJ

92 Albany Street, Ground Floor 12.3 miles

92 Albany Street, Ground Floor
New Brunswick, NJ 8901
Categories: New Brunswick NJ

1544 KUSER RD STE C9 12.3 miles

1544 KUSER RD STE C9
TRENTON, NJ 8619
Categories: TRENTON NJ

370 CAMPUS DR 12.4 miles

370 CAMPUS DR
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
Categories: SOMERSET NJ

418 STATE ROUTE 18 12.5 miles

418 STATE ROUTE 18
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
Categories: EAST BRUNSWICK NJ

601 HAMILTON AVE 12.9 miles

601 HAMILTON AVE
TRENTON, NJ 8629
Categories: TRENTON NJ

141 MAIN ST 13.1 miles

141 MAIN ST
SOUTH BOUND BROOK, NJ 8880
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1020 Route 18, Unit 007 - Route 18 Shopping C 13.1 miles

1020 Route 18, Unit 007 - Route 18 Shopping C
East Brunswick, NJ 8816
Categories: East Brunswick NJ

69 FIRST AVE 13.5 miles

69 FIRST AVE
RARITAN, NJ 8869
Categories: RARITAN NJ

601 West Union Avenue, 13.7 miles

601 West Union Avenue,
Bound Brook, NJ 8805
Categories: Bound Brook NJ

601 W UNION AVE 13.8 miles

601 W UNION AVE
BOUND BROOK, NJ 8805
Categories: BOUND BROOK NJ

350 Grove St 14.1 miles

350 Grove St
Bridgewater, NJ 8807
Categories: Bridgewater NJ

1100 Centennial Ave 14.5 miles

1100 Centennial Ave
Piscataway, NJ 8854
Categories: Piscataway NJ

345 PLAINFIELD AVE STE 101 14.6 miles

345 PLAINFIELD AVE STE 101
EDISON, NJ 8817
Categories: EDISON NJ

31 TURNBERRY DR 14.9 miles

31 TURNBERRY DR
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
Categories: MANALAPAN NJ

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403 US HIGHWAY 202
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
Categories: FLEMINGTON NJ

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3322 US HIGHWAY 22 STE 1101
BRANCHBURG, NJ 8876
Categories: BRANCHBURG NJ

3322 US HIGHWAY 22 Building 1, Ste 1 15.3 miles

3322 US HIGHWAY 22 Building 1, Ste 1
BRANCHBURG, NJ 8876
Categories: BRANCHBURG NJ

1080 STELTON RD 15.4 miles

1080 STELTON RD
PISCATAWAY, NJ 8854
Categories: PISCATAWAY NJ

195 US HIGHWAY 9 STE 213 15.5 miles

195 US HIGHWAY 9 STE 213
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
Categories: MANALAPAN NJ

116 CORPORATE BLVD STE E 15.8 miles

116 CORPORATE BLVD STE E
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 7080
Categories: SOUTH PLAINFIELD NJ

16 ETHEL RD 15.8 miles

16 ETHEL RD
EDISON, NJ 8817
Categories: EDISON NJ

259 TALMADGE RD 16.1 miles

259 TALMADGE RD
EDISON, NJ 8817
Categories: EDISON NJ

309 Walter E Foran Blvd, 16.3 miles

309 Walter E Foran Blvd,
Flemington, NJ 8822
Categories: Flemington NJ

149 STATE ROUTE 31 16.5 miles

149 STATE ROUTE 31
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
Categories: FLEMINGTON NJ

2200 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE 16.8 miles

2200 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE
PISCATAWAY, NJ 8854
Categories: PISCATAWAY NJ

2100 WESCOTT DR 16.8 miles

2100 WESCOTT DR
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
Categories: FLEMINGTON NJ

50 Franklin Lane, Suite 202 16.9 miles

50 Franklin Lane, Suite 202
Manalapan, NJ 7726
Categories: Manalapan NJ

135 RARITAN CENTER PKWY 17.4 miles

135 RARITAN CENTER PKWY
EDISON, NJ 8837
Categories: EDISON NJ

301 OXFORD VALLEY RD STE 1104 17.8 miles

301 OXFORD VALLEY RD STE 1104
YARDLEY, PA 19067
Categories: YARDLEY PA

701 FLORAL VALE BLVD STE 701 17.8 miles

701 FLORAL VALE BLVD STE 701
YARDLEY, PA 19067
Categories: YARDLEY PA

1199 Amboy Ave, Store A-4 17.9 miles

1199 Amboy Ave, Store A-4
Edison, NJ 8837
Categories: Edison NJ

PO BOX 233 17.9 miles

PO BOX 233
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Categories: FAIRLESS HILLS PA

304 FLORAL VALE BLVD 17.9 miles

304 FLORAL VALE BLVD
YARDLEY, PA 19067
Categories: YARDLEY PA

37 Mountain Blvd, Suite #5 18.1 miles

37 Mountain Blvd, Suite #5
Warren, NJ 7059
Categories: Warren NJ

904 Oak Tree Ave, Ste K 18.3 miles

904 Oak Tree Ave, Ste K
South Plainfield, NJ 7080
Categories: South Plainfield NJ

907 OAK TREE AVE STE H 18.4 miles

907 OAK TREE AVE STE H
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 7080
Categories: SOUTH PLAINFIELD NJ

380 OXFORD VALLEY RD 18.6 miles

380 OXFORD VALLEY RD
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
Categories: LANGHORNE PA

360 OXFORD VALLEY RD 18.6 miles

360 OXFORD VALLEY RD
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
Categories: LANGHORNE PA

260 Mounts Corner Drive, 18.7 miles

260 Mounts Corner Drive,
Freehold, NJ 7728
Categories: Freehold NJ

495 IRON BRIDGE RD STE 7 18.7 miles

495 IRON BRIDGE RD STE 7
FREEHOLD, NJ 7728
Categories: FREEHOLD NJ

102 James Street, Suite 201 18.7 miles

102 James Street, Suite 201
Edison, NJ 8820
Categories: Edison NJ

65 JAMES ST 18.8 miles

65 JAMES ST
EDISON, NJ 8820
Categories: EDISON NJ

605 S QUEEN ANNE DR 18.9 miles

605 S QUEEN ANNE DR
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Categories: FAIRLESS HILLS PA

586 Middletown Blvd, Suite C-11 19.0 miles

586 Middletown Blvd, Suite C-11
Langhorne, PA 19047
Categories: Langhorne PA

930 TOWN CENTER DR STE G30 19.0 miles

930 TOWN CENTER DR STE G30
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
Categories: LANGHORNE PA

333 N Oxford Valley Road, Suite 203 19.1 miles

333 N Oxford Valley Road, Suite 203
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
Categories: Fairless Hills PA

14 RALEIGH CT 19.1 miles

14 RALEIGH CT
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
Categories: BASKING RIDGE NJ

153 Levittown Pkwy, Suite 5A 19.6 miles

153 Levittown Pkwy, Suite 5A
Levittown, PA 19055
Categories: Levittown PA

30 STATE ROUTE 34 N 19.7 miles

30 STATE ROUTE 34 N
COLTS NECK, NJ 7722
Categories: COLTS NECK NJ

1200 GREEN ST 20.7 miles

1200 GREEN ST
ISELIN, NJ 8830
Categories: ISELIN NJ

1569 US HIGHWAY 22 20.9 miles

1569 US HIGHWAY 22
WATCHUNG, NJ 7069
Categories: WATCHUNG NJ

7001 Amboy Rd, Tottenville Square Shopping Ce 21.4 miles

7001 Amboy Rd, Tottenville Square Shopping Ce
Staten Island, NY 10307
Categories: Staten Island NY

18 LYONS MALL 21.5 miles

18 LYONS MALL
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
Categories: BASKING RIDGE NJ

1854 VETERANS HWY 21.9 miles

1854 VETERANS HWY
LEVITTOWN, PA 19056
Categories: LEVITTOWN PA

313 SOUTH AVE STE 104 22.1 miles

313 SOUTH AVE STE 104
FANWOOD, NJ 7023
Categories: FANWOOD NJ

704 N Beers St, 22.1 miles

704 N Beers St,
Holmdel, NJ 7733
Categories: Holmdel NJ

200 Commerce Circle, Bristol Park Shopping Center 22.8 miles

200 Commerce Circle, Bristol Park Shopping Center
Bristol, PA 19007
Categories: Bristol PA

501 BATH RD 22.9 miles

501 BATH RD
BRISTOL, PA 19007
Categories: BRISTOL PA

1 Bethany Rd, Building 5, Suite 67 23.1 miles

1 Bethany Rd, Building 5, Suite 67
Hazlet, NJ 7730
Categories: Hazlet NJ

100 COMMERCE PL 23.4 miles

100 COMMERCE PL
CLARK, NJ 7066
Categories: CLARK NJ

2880 STATE ROUTE 35 23.4 miles

2880 STATE ROUTE 35
HAZLET, NJ 7730
Categories: HAZLET NJ

Buckingham Green Shopping Cent, 4920 York Rd Unit 2 23.5 miles

Buckingham Green Shopping Cent, 4920 York Rd Unit 2
Holicong, PA 18928
Categories: Holicong PA

189 Elm St, Lower Level 23.6 miles

189 Elm St, Lower Level
Westfield, NJ 7090
Categories: Westfield NJ

1 WOODBRIDGE CTR STE 400 23.8 miles

1 WOODBRIDGE CTR STE 400
WOODBRIDGE, NJ 7095
Categories: WOODBRIDGE NJ

1 Anderson Rd, Ste 101, Lower Level Public Li 23.9 miles

1 Anderson Rd, Ste 101, Lower Level Public Li
Bernardsville, NJ 7924
Categories: Bernardsville NJ

130 Almshouse Rd, 23.9 miles

130 Almshouse Rd,
Richboro, PA 18954
Categories: Richboro PA

100 COMMONS WAY STE 160 24.9 miles

100 COMMONS WAY STE 160
HOLMDEL, NJ 7733
Categories: HOLMDEL NJ

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Important Information (Beware)

Some companies offering DNA Testing may sell cheap / INEXPENSIVE, in-home or laboratory DNA kits. Please be aware that these types of DNA testing products cannot be used in a court proceeding FOR paternity, immigration or family relationship determinations.

Accredited Drug Testing only utilizes certified DNA collection specialists at our Kingston, MI DNA Testing Centers and AABB certified laboratories for DNA Testing which the test results may be utilized in child custody, child support, paternity or any other legal proceeding.

Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities nationwide and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities, Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate and schedule all of the DNA tests to ensure that all parties are accommodated in a convenient manner. As an example, if the mother and child are in one city, but the alleged father is in another, we will contact all parties to schedule the DNA test at a convenient location and time and report the results back to the authorized parties.

Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests

When scheduling a DNA test regardless of the purpose, Accredited Drug Testing recommends always utilizing a legal DNA test procedure for current or future use. A legal DNA test has very specific Chain of Custody test procedures which ensures that the DNA test results can be used in a legal proceeding. A non-legal DNA test will provide the results, but cannot be used in any type of legal matter. When conducting a legal DNA test all parties must present a valid form of identification, photographs will be taken of all parties, legal guardian documentation and or birth certificates of any minor children may be required. These procedures for a legal DNA test ensure that should the DNA test results be used in a legal proceeding, the chain of custody is carefully followed and no challenge to the results can be successfully made, that's why it's always best to schedule a legal DNA test.

Accredited Drug Testing Recognized For DNA Expertise

Recently, Accredited Drug Testing and our company President and CEO, James A. Greer was consulted by the National Enquirer magazine regarding the JonBenet Ramsey murder case. Mr.Greer's comments were included in both the September 12th, 2016 edition and the January 2nd, 2017 edition of the National Enquirer.

Please note - Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. only utilizes American Association of Blood Bank (AABB) certified laboratories for DNA relationship testing. The AABB accreditation is the highest national standard applied to DNA testing laboratories.

Any DNA test which is conducted by a non- AABB laboratory will not be accepted in a court of law. Home kits and other types of non- AABB DNA testing, while inexpensive/cheap, are not reliable and will not be permitted in a legal proceeding.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, applies the highest standard to the entire DNA testing process, from the DNA specimen collection, to the chain of custody, the laboratory analysis and the confidential results reporting.

To schedule a DNA Test or for more information including fees, Please call (800) 221-4291

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DNA testing can be used for the following purposes

  • Birth Certificate Modification
  • Child Support
  • Child Custody
  • Adoption
  • Wills/Insurance
  • Immigration

DNA Paternity Testing

A DNA test for paternity purposes determines the biological father of a child. Every human inherits specific DNA from both biological parents, half from the mother and half from the father. A DNA test examines a child's DNA pattern with that of an alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing an AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing may be stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress-Free.

When administering a DNA test to a child/minor, the legal guardian must be present and provide authorization for the DNA test to be conducted. The legal guardian can be the mother, father or other natural or court ordered person who has legal decision making authority over the minor child.

DNA Immigration Testing

DNA testing can be used for reasons relating to immigration and the biological relationship between a petitioner and affiliated individual. DNA immigration testing can be used for paternity tests, Maternity tests, sibling relationship and other purposes required by the U.S Department of State. Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate the entire process, including scheduling the DNA test for parties located in the United States and forward the DNA collection kit to the U.S Embassy located in a foreign country where the other party is located. Once the DNA collection has occurred at one of our testing centers in the U.S and at the U.S Embassy where the other parties are located, Accredited Drug Testing will ensure that all specimens are sent to the lab for DNA testing and provide the results once the AABB laboratory has analyzed the DNA test.

What is a DNA test?

A DNA test is a procedure to determine if exact biological characteristics exist in one person's DNA and those exact same DNA characteristics in another person's DNA makeup. As humans each of us contains different DNA makeup however, parents and children have the same DNA, siblings from the same parents have the same DNA and grandparents have the same DNA as grandchildren. A DNA test is a non-intrusive procedure usually utilizing an oral swab from all parties, which then follows a specific chain of custody process in which the oral swab specimens are sent to a certified and accredited AABB laboratory. The Laboratory that analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.

How to schedule a DNA Test?

It's simple, contact Accredited Drug Testing at (800)221-4291, and provide various information including the city you wish to take the DNA test, who will be taking the DNA test, mother, child and alleged father. When the parties are available to take the DNA test (Accredited Drug Testing will schedule the appointment with each available party). Once the results are received from the AABB laboratory Accredited Drug Testing will forward the results by email and U.S Mail (Hard Copy) to all authorized parties.

How long does it take for DNA test results?

Once all parties have completed the DNA test collection, the specimens are immediately sent to the certified AABB laboratory and results are usually available within 3-5 business days.

On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing

We come to you!, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site/mobile DNA testing at your home, office, hospital or other location. (Additional on-site fees may apply)

More DNA Testing FAQ

What is paternity?

Paternity means fatherhood. Paternity is established when a paternity testing laboratory uses genetic testing methods / DNA test, to demonstrate to a legal standard, that an alleged father is the biological father. Paternity is disproved when these same methods and standards demonstrate that an alleged father is not the biological father.

What is DNA testing?

DNA testing refers to the process of examining an individual's DNA markers for the purpose of genetic human identification and for determining the relationship between two people.

How accurate is DNA-Based paternity testing?

The DNA profiling method is an extremely accurate genetic testing method. It can absolutely determine if the man is not the biological father and reliably exclude him. DNA profiling can establish that the alleged father is the child's biological father with a probability of paternity of 99.99% or higher. Each year many individual clients, child support offices, attorneys, judges, and physicians choose Genetic Profiles as their source for information, guidance and testing services in order to determine paternity.

Are the results admissible in court?

Yes. The laboratory follows a strict chain-of-custody procedure which allows for court/legal admissibility.

Is the Lab accredited? Are the results reliable?

The DNA testing laboratory used by Genetic Profiles is accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks(AABB)for the purpose of performing paternity (parentage) tests. Your paternity test will be processed by highly skilled and trained laboratory technicians. Every test is evaluated by a Ph.D. scientist with several years specializing in DNA genetic testing.

How long does it take to receive results from the paternity test?

It typically takes about 3-4 working days to complete the testing. In cases where the mother's sample is not included or when an abnormal/difficult sample is used, testing may require more time.

Are the paternity test results confidential?

Yes, The DNA test results are strictly confidential. They are released only to the adult persons who were tested and, as requested, to their authorized agents (e.g. attorneys).

How does DNA paternity testing work?

DNA analysis, which has proven to be a major advance in the field of paternity testing, involves the direct examination of the genetic material that a child inherited from its biological parents. DNA is located throughout the human body and in the same identical form. Thus, DNA in blood is the same as that in skin, cheek lining, muscle, bone, teeth and various other tissues. The DNA of a person is fully established at conception and remains totally constant throughout life. During the paternity testing process, the genetic characteristics of the child are first compared to those of its mother. Those characteristics in the child that cannot be found in the mother have been inherited from the biological father. If the tested man (alleged father) does not have the genetic characteristics necessary to be the biological father of the child, he is excluded. If the tested man's DNA does contain those genetic characteristics, then the probability that this man is the true biological father is calculated and reported by the laboratory.

What are some of the reasons DNA testing is conducted?

There are many legal and personal reasons that require DNA testing. Some of the more common include:

  • peace of mind
  • family medical concerns
  • child support
  • custody
  • adoption
  • citizenship/immigration
  • inheritance/benefits (social security, insurance, etc.)
  • crime scene analysis (forensic testing)

Can I do anything to alter the results of the test?

No, you can not alter the results of a test. Medication, drugs, alcohol, food, age or lifestyle cannot alter the DNA pattern within an individual.

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

DNA Testing

DNA testing, also known as genetic testing, involves examining an individual's DNA to identify genetic differences or mutations that may be indicative of certain conditions or diseases. It is a powerful tool used in a variety of contexts, from medical diagnostics and forensic analysis to genealogy and ancestry exploration.

Types of DNA Tests

  • Diagnostic Testing: Used to confirm or rule out a specific genetic disorder. It is often conducted when a particular condition is suspected based on physical symptoms.
  • Carrier Testing: This type of test is useful for individuals who may carry a gene for a genetic disorder. It is particularly important for couples considering starting a family.
  • Prenatal Testing: Performed during pregnancy to assess the health of a fetus. It can detect conditions like Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, or other genetic disorders.
  • Forensic Testing: Used in legal contexts to identify individuals in criminal cases or to settle disputes in paternity cases.
  • Ancestry Testing: Provides insights into one's ethnic background and genealogical roots. This test can help individuals understand their family history and origins.

Applications of DNA Testing

  1. Medical Diagnosis: Helps in diagnosing genetic diseases and conditions, allowing for targeted treatment plans.
  2. Paternity and Family Relationship Analysis: Determines biological relationships between individuals, often used in custody cases and inheritance claims.
  3. Personalized Medicine: Assists in selecting the most effective therapies based on an individual’s genetic profile.
  4. Crime Solving: Aids law enforcement in identifying suspects or victims using genetic evidence.

Advantages of DNA Testing

DNA testing provides several benefits:

  • Accurate Diagnosis: Enhances the accuracy of medical diagnoses and the efficacy of treatment strategies.
  • Early Detection: Facilitates the early detection of predispositions to diseases, potentially leading to preventative measures or early interventions.
  • Family Planning: Offers critical information for prospective parents concerning genetic disorders that could be passed on to offspring.

Limitations and Ethical Considerations

Despite its many applications, DNA testing raises important ethical and privacy concerns:

  • Privacy Concerns: Handling and protection of genetic data is critical as it contains sensitive information about an individual’s health and predisposition to diseases.
  • Potential for Discrimination: There is a risk of genetic discrimination by employers or insurers based on an individual’s genetic information.
  • Emotional Impact: The results from DNA testing can have significant emotional implications for individuals and families, particularly when revealing unexpected or distressing information.

In conclusion, while DNA testing offers profound insights into genetics and has transformative potential across various fields, it must be approached with caution, respecting ethical standards and privacy laws to safeguard individuals’ rights and well-being.

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Local Area Info: Kingston, New York

Kingston is a city in and the county seat of Ulster County, New York, United States. It is 91 miles (146 km) north of New York City and 59 miles (95 km) south of Albany. The city's metropolitan area is grouped with the New York metropolitan area by the United States Census Bureau, It became New York's first capital in 1777, and was burned by the British on October 13, 1777, after the Battles of Saratoga. In the 19th century, the city became an important transport hub after the discovery of natural cement in the region, and had both railroad and canal connections. Passenger rail service has since ceased, and many of the older buildings are part of three historic districts, including the Stockade District uptown, the Midtown Neighborhood Broadway Corridor, and the Rondout-West Strand Historic District downtown.

As early as 1614, the Dutch had set up a factorij (trading post) at Ponckhockie, at the junction of the Rondout Creek and the Hudson River. The first recorded permanent settler in what would become the city of Kingston, was Thomas Chambers, who came from the area of Rensselaerswyck in 1653. The place was called Esopus after the local Esopus tribe. As more settlers arrived, tensions developed between the Esopus and the Dutch, in part due to the Dutch selling alcohol to the young Esopus men.

In the spring of 1658, Peter Stuyvesant, Director-General of New Amsterdam, arrived and advised the residents that if they wished to remain they must re-locate to high ground and build a stockade. Tensions continued between the Esopus and the settlers, eventually leading to the Esopus Wars. In 1661 the settlement was granted a charter as a separate municipality; Stuyvesant named it Wiltwijck (Wiltwyck). It was not until 1663 that the Dutch ended the four-year conflict with the Esopus through a coalition of Dutch settlers, Wappinger and Mohawk. Wiltwyck was one of three large Hudson River settlements in New Netherland, the other two being Beverwyck, now Albany, and New Amsterdam, now New York City. With the English seizure of New Netherland in 1664, relations between the Dutch settlers and the English soldiers garrisoned there were often strained. In 1669, Wiltwyck was renamed Kingston, in honor of the family seat of Governor Lovelace's mother.

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Median Age: 38.2 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Kingston: 81.1 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.0%

Poverty (breakdown): (22.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 100.0% for Black residents, 11.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Michigan and other state lists, there were 17 registered sex offenders living in Kingston, Michigan as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Kingston is 24 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (19.5%), German (13.6%), Irish (13.6%), English (10.7%), Polish (6.5%), French (5.9%).

Elevation: 800 feet

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $40,337 (it was $32,813 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $20,290 (it was $14,753 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $107,705 (it was $76,300 in 2000) Kingston:$107,705MI:$155,700

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