Tickfaw, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Age: 31.7 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Tickfaw: 79.5 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 10.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 75.0% for Black residents, 100.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents)

Land Area: 1.58 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 70466

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $46,016 (it was $23,333 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $18,721 (it was $13,761 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $144,102 (it was $70,000 in 2000) Tickfaw:$144,102LA:$162,500

Races:
      White alone - 671 - 91.9%
      Black alone - 24 - 3.3%
      Hispanic - 15 - 2.1%
      Asian alone - 5 - 0.7%
      Two or more races - 4 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.4%

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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, Tickfaw, LA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Tickfaw, LA 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 Tickfaw, LA 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 Tickfaw, LA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Tickfaw, LA 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 Tickfaw, LA 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

19115 FLORIDA BLVD 9.0 miles

19115 FLORIDA BLVD
ALBANY, LA 70711
Categories: ALBANY LA

29565 S FROST RD STE C 10.3 miles

29565 S FROST RD STE C
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

14292 FLORIDA BLVD 10.6 miles

14292 FLORIDA BLVD
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

20170 Ohio St 10.8 miles

20170 Ohio St
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

1900 S MORRISON BLVD 11.3 miles

1900 S MORRISON BLVD
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

1445 South Morrison Boulevard, 11.4 miles

1445 South Morrison Boulevard,
Hammond, LA 70403
Categories: Hammond LA

1109 C M FAGAN DRIVE SUITE J 11.8 miles

1109 C M FAGAN DRIVE SUITE J
HAMMOND, LA 70403
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42078 VETERANS AVE STE C 12.1 miles

42078 VETERANS AVE STE C
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

17199 SPRING RANCH RD STE 100 12.2 miles

17199 SPRING RANCH RD STE 100
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
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17199 SPRING RANCH RD 12.2 miles

17199 SPRING RANCH RD
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
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1320 N MORRISON BLVD STE 106 12.7 miles

1320 N MORRISON BLVD STE 106
HAMMOND, LA 70401
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1735 1/2 SW RAILROAD AVE 12.7 miles

1735 1/2 SW RAILROAD AVE
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

18261 ESTERBROOK RD 12.9 miles

18261 ESTERBROOK RD
PONCHATOULA, LA 70454
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13466 Vera McGowen Rd 16.5 miles

13466 Vera McGowen Rd
Walker, LA 70785
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28050 WALKER RD S 16.5 miles

28050 WALKER RD S
WALKER, LA 70785
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41237 HWY 22 20.0 miles

41237 HWY 22
BURNSIDE, LA 70738
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214 S BURNSIDE AVE STE A 20.2 miles

214 S BURNSIDE AVE STE A
GONZALES, LA 70737
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1585 S RANGE AVE 20.3 miles

1585 S RANGE AVE
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726
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1124 S BURNSIDE AVE 20.4 miles

1124 S BURNSIDE AVE
GONZALES, LA 70737
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2647 S SAINT ELIZABETH BLVD STE 125 20.6 miles

2647 S SAINT ELIZABETH BLVD STE 125
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

1205 W EDENBORNE PKWY 20.6 miles

1205 W EDENBORNE PKWY
GONZALES, LA 70737
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3919 W AIRLINE HWY 21.4 miles

3919 W AIRLINE HWY
RESERVE, LA 70084
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2139 SPYGLASS DR 21.5 miles

2139 SPYGLASS DR
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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3584 W AIRLINE HWY 21.5 miles

3584 W AIRLINE HWY
RESERVE, LA 70084
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2612 S Ruby St 21.9 miles

2612 S Ruby St
Gonzales, LA 70737
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15475 AIRLINE HWY 22.1 miles

15475 AIRLINE HWY
BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
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501 Rue De Sante, Suite 10 22.3 miles

501 Rue De Sante, Suite 10
La Place, LA 70068
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502 RUE DE SANTE STE 308 22.4 miles

502 RUE DE SANTE STE 308
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR 22.5 miles

17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Categories: BATON ROUGE LA

113 Belle Terre Blvd 22.6 miles

113 Belle Terre Blvd
LaPlace, LA 70068
Categories: LaPlace LA

108 N EZIDORE AVE 22.9 miles

108 N EZIDORE AVE
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
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3317 NEW HIGHWAY 51 23.0 miles

3317 NEW HIGHWAY 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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735 W 5TH ST 23.0 miles

735 W 5TH ST
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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3674 HWY 51 23.2 miles

3674 HWY 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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3674 HWY. 51 23.2 miles

3674 HWY. 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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1731 LUTCHER AVE 23.2 miles

1731 LUTCHER AVE
LUTCHER, LA 70071
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1645 LUTCHER AVE 23.3 miles

1645 LUTCHER AVE
LUTCHER, LA 70071
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429 W AIRLINE HWY STE B 23.4 miles

429 W AIRLINE HWY STE B
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

429 W AIRLINE HWY STE H 23.4 miles

429 W AIRLINE HWY STE H
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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2471 LOUISIANA AVE 23.5 miles

2471 LOUISIANA AVE
LUTCHER, LA 70071
Categories: LUTCHER LA

14635 S HARRELLS FERRY RD UNIT BC 23.6 miles

14635 S HARRELLS FERRY RD UNIT BC
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
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13702 COURSEY BLVD BLDG 10 STE B 23.7 miles

13702 COURSEY BLVD BLDG 10 STE B
BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
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727 HIGHLANDIA DR 23.8 miles

727 HIGHLANDIA DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810
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13406 AIRLINE HWY 23.9 miles

13406 AIRLINE HWY
BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
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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: Tickfaw, Louisiana

Tickfaw was founded in 1852 and is a village in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States. The population was 755 at the 2010 census and is part of the Hammond Micropolitan Statistical Area. Tickfaw is an Indian name meaning "Rest Among the Pines." It derives from a contraction of the Choctaw words tiak "pine" and foha "rest" or "ease". It was originally inhabited by Italian-American immigrants and continues to have a distinct Italian-American heritage.

As of the census of 2000, there were 617 people, 241 households, and 166 families residing in the village. The population density was 389.7 inhabitants per square mile (150.8/km²). There were 261 housing units at an average density of 164.9 per square mile (63.8/km²). The racial makeup of the village was 86.71% White, 11.51% African American, 0.65% Native American, and 1.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.54% of the population.

There were 241 households out of which 36.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.1% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.1% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.10.

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Median Age: 31.7 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Tickfaw: 79.5 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 10.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 75.0% for Black residents, 100.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents)

Land Area: 1.58 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 70466

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $46,016 (it was $23,333 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $18,721 (it was $13,761 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $144,102 (it was $70,000 in 2000) Tickfaw:$144,102LA:$162,500

Races:
      White alone - 671 - 91.9%
      Black alone - 24 - 3.3%
      Hispanic - 15 - 2.1%
      Asian alone - 5 - 0.7%
      Two or more races - 4 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.4%

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