Schenectady, NY Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 30,250

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $864.

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (10.7%), Guyanese (8.4%), American (6.3%), Irish (4.8%), German (3.9%), Polish (3.9%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 10.8 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 12305, 12307

Races:
      White alone - 35,611 - 54.1%
      Black alone - 14,679 - 22.3%
      Hispanic - 7,040 - 10.7%
      Asian alone - 3,980 - 6.0%
      Two or more races - 2,835 - 4.3%
      Other race alone - 1,924 - 2.9%
      American Indian alone - 261 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 23 - 0.03%

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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, Schenectady, NY

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY 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

1101 NOTT ST 1.1 miles

1101 NOTT ST
SCHENECTADY, NY 12308
Categories: SCHENECTADY NY

1336 UNION ST 1.1 miles

1336 UNION ST
SCHENECTADY, NY 12308
Categories: SCHENECTADY NY

115 Saratoga Road Suite 210 3.0 miles

115 Saratoga Road Suite 210
Glenville, NY 12302
Categories: Glenville NY

864 BEECH DR 5.0 miles

864 BEECH DR
SCHENECTADY, NY 12309
Categories: SCHENECTADY NY

529 SARATOGA RD 5.5 miles

529 SARATOGA RD
GLENVILLE, NY 12302
Categories: GLENVILLE NY

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 7.3 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
Rotterdam Junction, NY 12150
Categories: Rotterdam Junction NY

952 ROUTE 146 7.7 miles

952 ROUTE 146
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

20 STARBOARD WAY 8.5 miles

20 STARBOARD WAY
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

1762 CENTRAL AVE 2ND FL STE 202 8.6 miles

1762 CENTRAL AVE 2ND FL STE 202
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

21 EVERETT RD EXT 8.6 miles

21 EVERETT RD EXT
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

1971 WESTERN AVE 8.7 miles

1971 WESTERN AVE
ALBANY, NY 12203
Categories: ALBANY NY

1 PEPSI COLA DR 8.7 miles

1 PEPSI COLA DR
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

1492 CENTRAL AVE 9.2 miles

1492 CENTRAL AVE
COLONIE -ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: COLONIE -ALBANY NY

11 COMPUTER DR W STE 218 9.3 miles

11 COMPUTER DR W STE 218
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

98 Wolf Road Suite 16 9.4 miles

98 Wolf Road Suite 16
Albany, NY 12205
Categories: Albany NY

14 COMPUTER DR E 9.5 miles

14 COMPUTER DR E
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

2A HALFMOON CIR 9.6 miles

2A HALFMOON CIR
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

2 Executive Park Drive, 10.3 miles

2 Executive Park Drive,
Albany, NY 12203
Categories: Albany NY

2 EXECUTIVE PARK DR 10.4 miles

2 EXECUTIVE PARK DR
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

1375 WASHINGTON AVE STE 103 10.9 miles

1375 WASHINGTON AVE STE 103
ALBANY, NY 12206
Categories: ALBANY NY

595 NEW LOUDON RD 10.9 miles

595 NEW LOUDON RD
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

582 New Loudon Rd, 10.9 miles

582 New Loudon Rd,
Latham, NY 12110
Categories: Latham NY

400 PATROON CREEK, SUITE 101 11.4 miles

400 PATROON CREEK, SUITE 101
ALBANY, NY 12206
Categories: ALBANY NY

776A WATERVLIET SHAKER RD 11.8 miles

776A WATERVLIET SHAKER RD
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

4 PALISADES DR STE 120 12.0 miles

4 PALISADES DR STE 120
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

2388 ROUTE 9 13.2 miles

2388 ROUTE 9
MECHANICVILLE, NY 12118
Categories: MECHANICVILLE NY

2554 ROUTE 9 13.4 miles

2554 ROUTE 9
BALLSTON SPA, NY 12020
Categories: BALLSTON SPA NY

389 MYRTLE AVE 13.9 miles

389 MYRTLE AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Categories: ALBANY NY

2001 5TH AVENUE 13.9 miles

2001 5TH AVENUE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

357 MYRTLE AVE 14.0 miles

357 MYRTLE AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Categories: ALBANY NY

2 NORMANSKILL BLVD STE 203 14.3 miles

2 NORMANSKILL BLVD STE 203
DELMAR, NY 12054
Categories: DELMAR NY

2215 BURDETT AVE 14.7 miles

2215 BURDETT AVE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

79 VANDENBURGH AVE 15.0 miles

79 VANDENBURGH AVE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

2 GUY PARK AVE 15.5 miles

2 GUY PARK AVE
AMSTERDAM, NY 12010
Categories: AMSTERDAM NY

4988 STATE HIGHWAY 30 16.1 miles

4988 STATE HIGHWAY 30
AMSTERDAM, NY 12010
Categories: AMSTERDAM NY

427 GUY PARK AVE 17.0 miles

427 GUY PARK AVE
AMSTERDAM, NY 12010
Categories: AMSTERDAM NY

4104 STATE HIGHWAY 30 19.4 miles

4104 STATE HIGHWAY 30
AMSTERDAM, NY 12010
Categories: AMSTERDAM NY

6 CARE LANE, STE 3 20.0 miles

6 CARE LANE, STE 3
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866
Categories: SARATOGA SPRINGS NY

119 LAWRENCE ST 20.4 miles

119 LAWRENCE ST
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866
Categories: SARATOGA SPRINGS NY

2500 PONDVIEW SUITE 102 20.9 miles

2500 PONDVIEW SUITE 102
CASTLETON ON HUDSON, NY 12033
Categories: CASTLETON ON HUDSON NY

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Schenectady, NY and the surrounding areas, Accredited Drug Testing also has testing centers located in most cities throughout the State of . Call us today to find the closest testing center near you.

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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: Schenectady, New York

Schenectady (/sk??n?kt?di/) is a city in Schenectady County, New York, United States, of which it is the county seat. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 66,135. The name "Schenectady" is derived from a Mohawk word, skahnéhtati, meaning "beyond the pines". Schenectady was founded on the south side of the Mohawk River by Dutch colonists in the 17th century, many from the Albany area. They were prohibited from the fur trade by the Albany monopoly, which kept its control after the English takeover in 1664. Residents of the new village developed farms on strip plots along the river.

Connected to the west via the Mohawk River and Erie Canal, Schenectady developed rapidly in the 19th century as part of the Mohawk Valley trade, manufacturing and transportation corridor. By 1824 more people worked in manufacturing than agriculture or trade, and the city had a cotton mill, processing cotton from the Deep South. Numerous mills in New York had such ties with the South. Through the 19th century, nationally influential companies and industries developed in Schenectady, including General Electric and American Locomotive Company (ALCO), which were powers into the mid-20th century. Schenectady was part of emerging technologies, with GE collaborating in the production of nuclear-powered submarines and, in the 21st century, working on other forms of renewable energy.

Schenectady is in eastern New York, near the confluence of the Mohawk and Hudson rivers. It is in the same metropolitan area as the state capital, Albany, which is about 15 miles (24 km) southeast. In December 2014, the state announced that the city was one of three sites selected for development of off-reservation casino gambling, under terms of a 2013 state constitutional amendment. The project would redevelop an ALCO brownfield site in the city along the waterfront, with hotels, housing and a marina in addition to the casino.

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Population (male): 30,250

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $864.

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (10.7%), Guyanese (8.4%), American (6.3%), Irish (4.8%), German (3.9%), Polish (3.9%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 10.8 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 12305, 12307

Races:
      White alone - 35,611 - 54.1%
      Black alone - 14,679 - 22.3%
      Hispanic - 7,040 - 10.7%
      Asian alone - 3,980 - 6.0%
      Two or more races - 2,835 - 4.3%
      Other race alone - 1,924 - 2.9%
      American Indian alone - 261 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 23 - 0.03%

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