Shenandoah, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 1,382

Population (female): 1,503

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,175.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 3.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Shenandoah, Texas as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Shenandoah is 1,422 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much low

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (11.4%), English (10.4%), German (10.0%), European (6.9%), Italian (4.0%), Scotch-Irish (3.3%).

Elevation: 145 feet

Land Area: 1.26 square miles.

Zip Codes: 77381

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $109,957 (it was $72,813 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $42,403 (it was $26,421 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $240,571 (it was $97,700 in 2000) Shenandoah:$240,571TX:$172,200

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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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8850 Six Pines Drive, Suite 230 0.4 miles

8850 Six Pines Drive, Suite 230
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Categories: The Woodlands TX

9250 PINECROFT DR 0.4 miles

9250 PINECROFT DR
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380
Categories: THE WOODLANDS TX

1011 MEDICAL PLAZA DR STE 150 0.5 miles

1011 MEDICAL PLAZA DR STE 150
SPRING, TX 77380
Categories: SPRING TX

123 VISION PARK BLVD 0.8 miles

123 VISION PARK BLVD
SHENANDOAH, TX 77384
Categories: SHENANDOAH TX

17350 ST LUKES WAY STE 200 1.7 miles

17350 ST LUKES WAY STE 200
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Categories: THE WOODLANDS TX

250 Ed English Lane Bldg 1-B 2.7 miles

250 Ed English Lane Bldg 1-B
SHENANDOAH, TX 77385
Categories: SHENANDOAH TX

1104 Rayford Rd Ste 500 4.1 miles

1104 Rayford Rd Ste 500
Spring, TX 77386
Categories: Spring TX

322 SPRING HILL DR STE A400 4.1 miles

322 SPRING HILL DR STE A400
SPRING, TX 77386
Categories: SPRING TX

19073 INTERSTATE 45 S 4.7 miles

19073 INTERSTATE 45 S
SHENANDOAH, TX 77385
Categories: SHENANDOAH TX

800 Riverwood Court, Suite 103 7.2 miles

800 Riverwood Court, Suite 103
Conroe, TX 77304
Categories: Conroe TX

100 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 114 7.4 miles

100 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 114
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

25410 INTERSTATE 45 STE 150 8.1 miles

25410 INTERSTATE 45 STE 150
SPRING, TX 77386
Categories: SPRING TX

2104 FM 2920 RD 9.4 miles

2104 FM 2920 RD
SPRING, TX 77388
Categories: SPRING TX

2129 W DAVIS ST STE D 9.7 miles

2129 W DAVIS ST STE D
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

2912 W DAVIS ST STE 140 9.8 miles

2912 W DAVIS ST STE 140
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

3205 W DAVIS ST STE B-103 9.9 miles

3205 W DAVIS ST STE B-103
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

110 Cypress Station Suite 152 10.3 miles

110 Cypress Station Suite 152
Houston, TX 77090
Categories: Houston TX

5529 Lovetta Rd Ste A, Office 9 10.6 miles

5529 Lovetta Rd Ste A, Office 9
Spring, TX 77379
Categories: Spring TX

1150 N LOOP 336 W 10.6 miles

1150 N LOOP 336 W
CONROE, TX 77301
Categories: CONROE TX

17070 RED OAK DR STE 107 11.1 miles

17070 RED OAK DR STE 107
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2010 FM 1960 Rd E 11.2 miles

2010 FM 1960 Rd E
Houston, TX 77073
Categories: Houston TX

710 FM 1960 RD W 11.2 miles

710 FM 1960 RD W
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

16903 RED OAK DR STE 130 11.3 miles

16903 RED OAK DR STE 130
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

17030 Nanes Dr Ste 108 11.3 miles

17030 Nanes Dr Ste 108
Houston, TX 77090
Categories: Houston TX

6601 CYPRESSWOOD DR # 231 11.6 miles

6601 CYPRESSWOOD DR # 231
SPRING, TX 77379
Categories: SPRING TX

506 Graham Suite 260 11.7 miles

506 Graham Suite 260
TOMBALL, TX 77375
Categories: TOMBALL TX

4015 INTERSTATE 45 N 11.8 miles

4015 INTERSTATE 45 N
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

2161 FM 1960 RD W 11.9 miles

2161 FM 1960 RD W
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

13406 Medical Complex Dr Ste 1, 12.0 miles

13406 Medical Complex Dr Ste 1,
Tomball, TX 77375
Categories: Tomball TX

28465 STATE HIGHWAY 249 12.6 miles

28465 STATE HIGHWAY 249
TOMBALL, TX 77375
Categories: TOMBALL TX

3648 FM 1960 RD W 12.7 miles

3648 FM 1960 RD W
HOUSTON, TX 77068
Categories: HOUSTON TX

15882 CHAMPION FOREST DR 13.0 miles

15882 CHAMPION FOREST DR
SPRING, TX 77379
Categories: SPRING TX

14080 FM 2920 RD STE A 13.0 miles

14080 FM 2920 RD STE A
TOMBALL, TX 77377
Categories: TOMBALL TX

15621 Blue Ash Dr STE 170 13.0 miles

15621 Blue Ash Dr STE 170
Houston, TX 77090
Categories: Houston TX

34624 STATE HIGHWAY 249 13.1 miles

34624 STATE HIGHWAY 249
PINEHURST, TX 77362
Categories: PINEHURST TX

4950 FM 1960 RD W STE A6 13.8 miles

4950 FM 1960 RD W STE A6
HOUSTON, TX 77069
Categories: HOUSTON TX

24420 FM 1314 RD Suite 101 13.8 miles

24420 FM 1314 RD Suite 101
PORTER, TX 77365
Categories: PORTER TX

14755 North Freeway Ste 400 13.9 miles

14755 North Freeway Ste 400
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

22475 TOMBALL PKWY 14.1 miles

22475 TOMBALL PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77070
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10850 LOUETTA RD STE 1500 14.3 miles

10850 LOUETTA RD STE 1500
HOUSTON, TX 77070
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1331 Northpark Drive 15.2 miles

1331 Northpark Drive
Kingwood, TX 77339
Categories: Kingwood TX

6930 FM 1960 RD W 15.2 miles

6930 FM 1960 RD W
HOUSTON, TX 77069
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1120 KINGWOOD DR STE 100 15.6 miles

1120 KINGWOOD DR STE 100
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Categories: KINGWOOD TX

8901 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W, 15.7 miles

8901 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W,
Humble, TX 77338
Categories: Humble TX

1920 RANKIN RD STE 130 15.7 miles

1920 RANKIN RD STE 130
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Categories: HOUSTON TX

13300 Hargrave Road, Suite 507 15.8 miles

13300 Hargrave Road, Suite 507
Houston, TX 77070
Categories: Houston TX

13215 DOTSON RD #120 15.8 miles

13215 DOTSON RD #120
HOUSTON, TX 77070
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8901 FM 1960 BYPASS RD W STE 204 15.9 miles

8901 FM 1960 BYPASS RD W STE 204
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

12600 NORTHBOROUGH DR 16.0 miles

12600 NORTHBOROUGH DR
HOUSTON, TX 77067
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1450 KINGWOOD DR 16.1 miles

1450 KINGWOOD DR
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Categories: KINGWOOD TX

401 GREENS RD 16.1 miles

401 GREENS RD
HOUSTON, TX 77060
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14044 SPRING CYPRESS RD 16.3 miles

14044 SPRING CYPRESS RD
CYPRESS, TX 77429
Categories: CYPRESS TX

18951 N MEMORIAL DR 16.7 miles

18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

18648 MCKAY BLVD # 216 16.9 miles

18648 MCKAY BLVD # 216
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

16630 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR STE 115 16.9 miles

16630 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR STE 115
HOUSTON, TX 77060
Categories: HOUSTON TX

654 N SAM HOUSTON PKWY E STE 189 17.2 miles

654 N SAM HOUSTON PKWY E STE 189
HOUSTON, TX 77060
Categories: HOUSTON TX

19333 HIGHWAY 59 N STE 230 17.5 miles

19333 HIGHWAY 59 N STE 230
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

11120 NORTH FWY STE E 17.6 miles

11120 NORTH FWY STE E
HOUSTON, TX 77037
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5405 CONSULATE PLAZA DR 18.0 miles

5405 CONSULATE PLAZA DR
HOUSTON, TX 77032
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2601 W LAKE HOUSTON PKWY 18.4 miles

2601 W LAKE HOUSTON PKWY
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Categories: KINGWOOD TX

10906 FM 1960 West 18.7 miles

10906 FM 1960 West
Houston, TX 77070
Categories: Houston TX

10680 Jones Road, Suite 200 19.0 miles

10680 Jones Road, Suite 200
Houston, TX 77065
Categories: Houston TX

10655 STEEPLETOP DR 19.1 miles

10655 STEEPLETOP DR
HOUSTON, TX 77065
Categories: HOUSTON TX

11301 fallbrook # 126 19.3 miles

11301 fallbrook # 126
HOUSTON, TX 77065
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9006 Weyburn Grove Dr 19.7 miles

9006 Weyburn Grove Dr
Houston, TX 77088
Categories: Houston TX

5003 Woodland Meadows Ln 19.9 miles

5003 Woodland Meadows Ln
Humble, TX 77346
Categories: Humble TX

9138 WEST RD 20.1 miles

9138 WEST RD
HOUSTON, TX 77064
Categories: HOUSTON TX

13141 FM 1960 RD W STE 500 20.6 miles

13141 FM 1960 RD W STE 500
HOUSTON, TX 77065
Categories: HOUSTON TX

25801 HIGHWAY 290 20.9 miles

25801 HIGHWAY 290
CYPRESS, TX 77429
Categories: CYPRESS TX

17410 NORTHWEST FWY 21.4 miles

17410 NORTHWEST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77040
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8100 HIGHWAY 6 N STE E 21.4 miles

8100 HIGHWAY 6 N STE E
HOUSTON, TX 77095
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7702 FM 1960 E STE 106 21.8 miles

7702 FM 1960 E STE 106
Humble, TX 77346
Categories: Humble TX

7007 NORTH FWY STE 235 22.1 miles

7007 NORTH FWY STE 235
HOUSTON, TX 77076
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14825 NORTHWEST FWY STE 800 22.2 miles

14825 NORTHWEST FWY STE 800
HOUSTON, TX 77040
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14825 Northwest Fwy Suite 800 22.3 miles

14825 Northwest Fwy Suite 800
Houston, TX 77040
Categories: Houston TX

9110 BARKER CYPRESS RD 23.1 miles

9110 BARKER CYPRESS RD
CYPRESS, TX 77433
Categories: CYPRESS TX

15320 Highway 105 West Ste 120 23.2 miles

15320 Highway 105 West Ste 120
Montgomery, TX 77356
Categories: Montgomery TX

11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C 24.4 miles

11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C
HOUSTON, TX 77092
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10961 NORTHWEST FWY 24.4 miles

10961 NORTHWEST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77092
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9723 HOMESTEAD RD 24.5 miles

9723 HOMESTEAD RD
HOUSTON, TX 77016
Categories: HOUSTON TX

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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 Shenandoah, TX 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: Shenandoah, Texas

Shenandoah is a city in Montgomery County, Texas, United States. The population was 2,134 at the 2010 census. It is the hometown of David Vetter, the famous "boy in the plastic bubble". In 1986 the Shenandoah city council renamed Tamina School Road to David Memorial Drive in honor of Vetter.

Shenandoah is located at 30°10?47?N 95°27?19?W? / ?30.17972°N 95.45528°W? / 30.17972; -95.45528 (30.179855, -95.455175). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.3 square miles (3.4 km2), all of it land.

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 2,134 people, 971 households, and 640 families residing in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 89.1% White, 3.6% African American, 0.3% Native American, 3.1% Asian, 1.7% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.6% of the population.

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Population (male): 1,382

Population (female): 1,503

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,175.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 3.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Shenandoah, Texas as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Shenandoah is 1,422 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much low

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (11.4%), English (10.4%), German (10.0%), European (6.9%), Italian (4.0%), Scotch-Irish (3.3%).

Elevation: 145 feet

Land Area: 1.26 square miles.

Zip Codes: 77381

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $109,957 (it was $72,813 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $42,403 (it was $26,421 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $240,571 (it was $97,700 in 2000) Shenandoah:$240,571TX:$172,200

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