Glendale, CO Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 5,158 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +13.4%

Population (male): 3,093

Population (female): 2,065

Median Age: 29.0 years

Poverty (breakdown): (26.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 15.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 36.6% for American Indian residents, 16.3% for other race residents, 51.4% for two or more races residents)

Land Area: 0.55 square miles.

Zip Codes: 80246

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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)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Glendale, CO

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Glendale, CO and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Glendale, CO drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Glendale, CO Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Glendale, CO and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Glendale, CO testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

469 S CHERRY ST STE 101 0.2 miles

469 S CHERRY ST STE 101
DENVER, CO 80246
Categories: DENVER CO

875 S COLORADO BLVD 0.5 miles

875 S COLORADO BLVD
DENVER, CO 80246
Categories: DENVER CO

4101 E LOUISIANA AVE STE 100 0.9 miles

4101 E LOUISIANA AVE STE 100
DENVER, CO 80246
Categories: DENVER CO

1780 S Bellaire St Ste 302 1.4 miles

1780 S Bellaire St Ste 302
DENVER, CO 80222
Categories: DENVER CO

2419 E 5TH AVE 1.9 miles

2419 E 5TH AVE
DENVER, CO 80206
Categories: DENVER CO

1212 S BROADWAY STE 150 2.9 miles

1212 S BROADWAY STE 150
DENVER, CO 80210
Categories: DENVER CO

695 S Broadway, 2.9 miles

695 S Broadway,
Denver, CO 80209
Categories: Denver CO

1920 HIGH ST 3.3 miles

1920 HIGH ST
DENVER, CO 80218
Categories: DENVER CO

777 BANNOCK ST 3.4 miles

777 BANNOCK ST
DENVER, CO 80204
Categories: DENVER CO

1835 FRANKLIN ST 3.4 miles

1835 FRANKLIN ST
DENVER, CO 80218
Categories: DENVER CO

3545 S TAMARAC DR STE 130 4.1 miles

3545 S TAMARAC DR STE 130
DENVER, CO 80237
Categories: DENVER CO

10355 E ILIFF AVE 4.1 miles

10355 E ILIFF AVE
DENVER, CO 80247
Categories: DENVER CO

1670 BROADWAY 28TH FL 4.2 miles

1670 BROADWAY 28TH FL
DENVER, CO 80202
Categories: DENVER CO

499 E HAMPDEN AVE STE 290 4.4 miles

499 E HAMPDEN AVE STE 290
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113
Categories: ENGLEWOOD CO

3601 S CLARKSON ST 4.4 miles

3601 S CLARKSON ST
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113
Categories: ENGLEWOOD CO

125 E Hampden Ave 4.5 miles

125 E Hampden Ave
Englewood, CO 80113
Categories: Englewood CO

120 BRYANT ST 4.6 miles

120 BRYANT ST
DENVER, CO 80219
Categories: DENVER CO

1730 BLAKE ST STE 100 4.7 miles

1730 BLAKE ST STE 100
DENVER, CO 80202
Categories: DENVER CO

1515 Wazee Ste D 4.8 miles

1515 Wazee Ste D
Denver, CO 80202
Categories: Denver CO

730 W HAMPDEN AVE STE 200 4.9 miles

730 W HAMPDEN AVE STE 200
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110
Categories: ENGLEWOOD CO

901 W HAMPDEN AVE UNIT 103 5.0 miles

901 W HAMPDEN AVE UNIT 103
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110
Categories: ENGLEWOOD CO

3033 S PARKER RD STE 800 5.1 miles

3033 S PARKER RD STE 800
AURORA, CO 80014
Categories: AURORA CO

P O Box 179 Mail Stop 1398 5.1 miles

P O Box 179 Mail Stop 1398
Littleton, CO 80201
Categories: Littleton CO

5855 E STAPLETON DR N Ste A130 5.2 miles

5855 E STAPLETON DR N Ste A130
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

3801 BRIGHTON BLVD 5.2 miles

3801 BRIGHTON BLVD
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

6750 E STAPLETON DR S 5.2 miles

6750 E STAPLETON DR S
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

2323 S TROY ST STE 01-301 5.4 miles

2323 S TROY ST STE 01-301
AURORA, CO 80014
Categories: AURORA CO

1411 S Potomac St, Suite 290 5.5 miles

1411 S Potomac St, Suite 290
Aurora, CO 80012
Categories: Aurora CO

6900 E 47TH AVENUE DR STE 100 5.5 miles

6900 E 47TH AVENUE DR STE 100
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

13650 E MISSISSIPPI AVE STE 100 5.5 miles

13650 E MISSISSIPPI AVE STE 100
AURORA, CO 80012
Categories: AURORA CO

1444 S Potomac St Ste 200 5.6 miles

1444 S Potomac St Ste 200
Aurora, CO 80012
Categories: Aurora CO

1550 S POTOMAC, STE 325 5.6 miles

1550 S POTOMAC, STE 325
AURORA, CO 80012
Categories: AURORA CO

2490 W 26TH AVE STE 200A 5.6 miles

2490 W 26TH AVE STE 200A
DENVER, CO 80211
Categories: DENVER CO

10515 E 40TH AVE STE 105 5.9 miles

10515 E 40TH AVE STE 105
DENVER, CO 80239
Categories: DENVER CO

3350 Peoria Street Ste 190 5.9 miles

3350 Peoria Street Ste 190
Aurora, CO 80011
Categories: Aurora CO

8200 E BELLEVIEW AVE 6.0 miles

8200 E BELLEVIEW AVE
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111
Categories: GREENWOOD VILLAGE CO

5101 QUEBEC ST 6.1 miles

5101 QUEBEC ST
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
Categories: COMMERCE CITY CO

2420 W 26TH AVE STE200D 6.3 miles

2420 W 26TH AVE STE200D
DENVER, CO 80211
Categories: DENVER CO

5650 GREENWOOD PLAZA BLVD STE 103 6.6 miles

5650 GREENWOOD PLAZA BLVD STE 103
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111
Categories: GREENWOOD VILLAGE CO

5720 HOLLY ST 6.6 miles

5720 HOLLY ST
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
Categories: COMMERCE CITY CO

12445 E 39TH AVE UNIT 311 6.6 miles

12445 E 39TH AVE UNIT 311
DENVER, CO 80239
Categories: DENVER CO

6093 S QUEBEC ST STE 103 7.0 miles

6093 S QUEBEC ST STE 103
CENTENNIAL, CO 80111
Categories: CENTENNIAL CO

1701 CHAMBERS RD STE E 7.1 miles

1701 CHAMBERS RD STE E
AURORA, CO 80011
Categories: AURORA CO

420 E 58TH AVE STE 111 7.1 miles

420 E 58TH AVE STE 111
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

3738 W PRINCETON CIR 7.2 miles

3738 W PRINCETON CIR
DENVER, CO 80236
Categories: DENVER CO

5590 HAVANA ST STE A 7.4 miles

5590 HAVANA ST STE A
DENVER, CO 80239
Categories: DENVER CO

ONSITE TESTING ONLY 3924 Wolff St 7.6 miles

ONSITE TESTING ONLY 3924 Wolff St
Denver, CO 80212
Categories: Denver CO

2275 E ARAPAHOE RD STE 205 7.8 miles

2275 E ARAPAHOE RD STE 205
CENTENNIAL, CO 80122
Categories: CENTENNIAL CO

3449 CHAMBERS RD STE B 7.8 miles

3449 CHAMBERS RD STE B
AURORA, CO 80011
Categories: AURORA CO

8006 E ARAPAHOE RD UNIT 100 7.9 miles

8006 E ARAPAHOE RD UNIT 100
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
Categories: CENTENNIAL CO

15235 E 38th Ave 7.9 miles

15235 E 38th Ave
AURORA, CO 80011
Categories: AURORA CO

7585 W ARKANSAS AVE STE B 7.9 miles

7585 W ARKANSAS AVE STE B
LAKEWOOD, CO 80232
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

11877 E Arapahoe Rd STE 200C 8.0 miles

11877 E Arapahoe Rd STE 200C
Centennial, CO 80111
Categories: Centennial CO

9620 E ARAPAHOE RD 8.2 miles

9620 E ARAPAHOE RD
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80112
Categories: GREENWOOD VILLAGE CO

7500 W MISSISSIPPI AVE STE A 230 8.4 miles

7500 W MISSISSIPPI AVE STE A 230
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

10909 E ARAPAHOE RD STE A3 8.5 miles

10909 E ARAPAHOE RD STE A3
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
Categories: CENTENNIAL CO

16728 E Smoky Hill Rd 8.9 miles

16728 E Smoky Hill Rd
Centennial, CO 80015
Categories: Centennial CO

20 W DRY CREEK CIR STE 100 9.1 miles

20 W DRY CREEK CIR STE 100
LITTLETON, CO 80120
Categories: LITTLETON CO

20 W DRY CREEK CIR STE 300 9.1 miles

20 W DRY CREEK CIR STE 300
LITTLETON, CO 80120
Categories: LITTLETON CO

3900 S WADSWORTH BLVD STE 325 9.2 miles

3900 S WADSWORTH BLVD STE 325
LAKEWOOD, CO 80235
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

7700 S BROADWAY 9.3 miles

7700 S BROADWAY
LITTLETON, CO 80122
Categories: LITTLETON CO

5275 MARSHALL ST STE 201 9.4 miles

5275 MARSHALL ST STE 201
ARVADA, CO 80002
Categories: ARVADA CO

7290 SAMUEL DR STE 114 9.4 miles

7290 SAMUEL DR STE 114
DENVER, CO 80221
Categories: DENVER CO

18890 E HAMPDEN AVE 9.5 miles

18890 E HAMPDEN AVE
AURORA, CO 80013
Categories: AURORA CO

14000 E Arapahoe Rd Ste 160 9.5 miles

14000 E Arapahoe Rd Ste 160
Centennial, CO 80112
Categories: Centennial CO

8200 S QUEBEC ST # A3-103 9.5 miles

8200 S QUEBEC ST # A3-103
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
Categories: CENTENNIAL CO

10600 W ALAMEDA AVE STE L8 9.7 miles

10600 W ALAMEDA AVE STE L8
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

6750 W 52ND AVE STE F 9.8 miles

6750 W 52ND AVE STE F
ARVADA, CO 80002
Categories: ARVADA CO

7450 W 52ND AVE UNIT H 9.9 miles

7450 W 52ND AVE UNIT H
ARVADA, CO 80002
Categories: ARVADA CO

605 PARFET ST STE 103 10.0 miles

605 PARFET ST STE 103
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

8995 W 44TH AVE 10.0 miles

8995 W 44TH AVE
WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
Categories: WHEAT RIDGE CO

8671 S Quebec St, Suite 240 10.1 miles

8671 S Quebec St, Suite 240
Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
Categories: Highlands Ranch CO

206 W COUNTY LINE RD STE 150 10.2 miles

206 W COUNTY LINE RD STE 150
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129
Categories: HIGHLANDS RANCH CO

11185 W 6TH AVE 10.2 miles

11185 W 6TH AVE
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

500 E 84TH AVE STE B-14 10.3 miles

500 E 84TH AVE STE B-14
THORNTON, CO 80229
Categories: THORNTON CO

8333 GREENWOOD BLVD ste 215 10.4 miles

8333 GREENWOOD BLVD ste 215
DENVER, CO 80221
Categories: DENVER CO

8515 PEARL ST STE 300 10.4 miles

8515 PEARL ST STE 300
THORNTON, CO 80229
Categories: THORNTON CO

200 UNION BLVD STE 318 10.6 miles

200 UNION BLVD STE 318
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

11600 W 2ND PL 10.8 miles

11600 W 2ND PL
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

6179 S Balsam Way, Suite 240 10.9 miles

6179 S Balsam Way, Suite 240
Littleton, CO 80123
Categories: Littleton CO

2551 W 84TH AVE 10.9 miles

2551 W 84TH AVE
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

9330 S UNIVERSITY BLVD STE 100 11.0 miles

9330 S UNIVERSITY BLVD STE 100
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126
Categories: HIGHLANDS RANCH CO

9330 S UNIVERSITY BLVD 11.0 miles

9330 S UNIVERSITY BLVD
LITTLETON, CO 80126
Categories: LITTLETON CO

8510 BRYANT ST STE 360 11.1 miles

8510 BRYANT ST STE 360
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

9195 GRANT ST STE 100 11.2 miles

9195 GRANT ST STE 100
THORNTON, CO 80229
Categories: THORNTON CO

PO BOX 1769 11.4 miles

PO BOX 1769
COMM CITY, CO 80037
Categories: COMM CITY CO

Via croce di piperno N. 44 Naples 11.4 miles

Via croce di piperno N. 44 Naples
Italy, KS 80126
Categories: Italy KS

8120 SHERIDAN BLVD STE 302A 11.5 miles

8120 SHERIDAN BLVD STE 302A
WESTMINSTER, CO 80003
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

20270 E SMOKY HILL RD 11.6 miles

20270 E SMOKY HILL RD
CENTENNIAL, CO 80015
Categories: CENTENNIAL CO

550 THORNTON PKWY STE 110 11.7 miles

550 THORNTON PKWY STE 110
THORNTON, CO 80229
Categories: THORNTON CO

9669 HURON ST STE 201 12.0 miles

9669 HURON ST STE 201
THORNTON, CO 80260
Categories: THORNTON CO

20971 E SMOKY HILL RD STE 105B 12.1 miles

20971 E SMOKY HILL RD STE 105B
CENTENNIAL, CO 80015
Categories: CENTENNIAL CO

8842 W 79TH AVE 12.8 miles

8842 W 79TH AVE
ARVADA, CO 80005
Categories: ARVADA CO

1050 W 104TH AVE 12.9 miles

1050 W 104TH AVE
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
Categories: NORTHGLENN CO

6080 W 92ND AVE 13.0 miles

6080 W 92ND AVE
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

6140 S GUN CLUB RD STE 202 13.3 miles

6140 S GUN CLUB RD STE 202
AURORA, CO 80016
Categories: AURORA CO

150 TESON ST 13.5 miles

150 TESON ST
DENVER, CO 80233
Categories: DENVER CO

11172 HURON ST STE 19 13.8 miles

11172 HURON ST STE 19
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
Categories: NORTHGLENN CO

11310 Huron St, Suite 220 14.0 miles

11310 Huron St, Suite 220
Northglenn, CO 80234
Categories: Northglenn CO

7120 E 49TH AVE Sapp Brothers Truck Stop 14.0 miles

7120 E 49TH AVE Sapp Brothers Truck Stop
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
Categories: COMMERCE CITY CO

9395 CROWN CREST BLVD 14.1 miles

9395 CROWN CREST BLVD
PARKER, CO 80138
Categories: PARKER CO

1030 Johnson Rd Ste 290 14.5 miles

1030 Johnson Rd Ste 290
Golden, CO 80401
Categories: Golden CO

24300 E SMOKY HILL RD UNIT 120 14.9 miles

24300 E SMOKY HILL RD UNIT 120
AURORA, CO 80016
Categories: AURORA CO

18240 E 104TH AVE UNIT 205 15.1 miles

18240 E 104TH AVE UNIT 205
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
Categories: COMMERCE CITY CO

12213 PECOS ST #600 15.3 miles

12213 PECOS ST #600
WESTMINSTER, CO 80234
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

4590 W 121ST AVE 15.7 miles

4590 W 121ST AVE
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

12060 SABLE BLVD 15.8 miles

12060 SABLE BLVD
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
Categories: BRIGHTON CO

7000 W 117th Ave Unit B 16.0 miles

7000 W 117th Ave Unit B
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

8400 PENA BLVD 17.0 miles

8400 PENA BLVD
DENVER, CO 80249
Categories: DENVER CO

290 NICKEL ST STE 200 17.0 miles

290 NICKEL ST STE 200
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

8700 PENA BLVD RM 3284 17.3 miles

8700 PENA BLVD RM 3284
DENVER, CO 80249
Categories: DENVER CO

799 Highway 287, Suite F 17.5 miles

799 Highway 287, Suite F
Broomfield, CO 80020
Categories: Broomfield CO

899 US HIGHWAY 287 STE 500 17.5 miles

899 US HIGHWAY 287 STE 500
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

1600 PRAIRIE CENTER PKWY 18.7 miles

1600 PRAIRIE CENTER PKWY
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
Categories: BRIGHTON CO

500 SUMMIT BLVD 19.0 miles

500 SUMMIT BLVD
BROOMFIELD, CO 80021
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

2801 PURCELL ST 20.3 miles

2801 PURCELL ST
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
Categories: BRIGHTON CO

254 N 4TH AVE 20.7 miles

254 N 4TH AVE
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
Categories: BRIGHTON CO

380 EMPIRE RD STE 120 21.1 miles

380 EMPIRE RD STE 120
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Categories: LAFAYETTE CO

1200 W South Boulder Rd Ste 103 21.5 miles

1200 W South Boulder Rd Ste 103
Lafayette, CO 80026
Categories: Lafayette CO

2000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD 21.8 miles

2000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Categories: LAFAYETTE CO

602 6TH ST 23.1 miles

602 6TH ST
CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104
Categories: CASTLE ROCK CO

5377 MANHATTAN CIRCLE #100 24.9 miles

5377 MANHATTAN CIRCLE #100
BOULDER, CO 80303
Categories: BOULDER CO

5387 Manhattan Cir, Suite 102 24.9 miles

5387 Manhattan Cir, Suite 102
Boulder, CO 80303
Categories: Boulder CO

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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

Overview of Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Glendale, Colorado

The city of Glendale is a Home Rule Municipality located in an exclave of Arapahoe County, Colorado, United States. The population was 4,184 at the 2010 census. The city is an enclave of (i.e., surrounded by) the City and County of Denver.

Glendale's fire and medical services have been provided by the Denver Fire Department and Denver Paramedics through a contract by the City and County of Denver since 2005. Glendale is policed by the Glendale Police Department.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.6 square miles (1.6 km2), all of it land (other than a short length of Cherry Creek which bisects the city from East to West). Much of the city's limited space is devoted to commercial development, including both office and residential high rises.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 5,158 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +13.4%

Population (male): 3,093

Population (female): 2,065

Median Age: 29.0 years

Poverty (breakdown): (26.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 15.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 36.6% for American Indian residents, 16.3% for other race residents, 51.4% for two or more races residents)

Land Area: 0.55 square miles.

Zip Codes: 80246

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