Oxford, MI Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 3,545 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +0.1%

Population (male): 1,645

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $785.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Oxford: 89.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (9.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 10.0% for Black residents)

Elevation: 1057 feet

Races:
      White alone - 3,154 - 91.8%
      Hispanic - 150 - 4.4%
      Black alone - 63 - 1.8%
      Two or more races - 36 - 1.0%
      Asian alone - 25 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 7 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 1 - 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)

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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Oxford, MI

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Oxford, MI and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

318 N LAPEER RD 0.5 miles

318 N LAPEER RD
OXFORD, MI 48371
Categories: OXFORD MI

385 N LAPEER RD 0.5 miles

385 N LAPEER RD
OXFORD, MI 48371
Categories: OXFORD MI

1424 S Lapeer Rd, 4.5 miles

1424 S Lapeer Rd,
Lake Orion, MI 48360
Categories: Lake Orion MI

1375 S LAPEER RD 4.7 miles

1375 S LAPEER RD
LAKE ORION, MI 48360
Categories: LAKE ORION MI

6310 SASHABAW RD STE D 8.7 miles

6310 SASHABAW RD STE D
CLARKSTON, MI 48346
Categories: CLARKSTON MI

1915 N PERRY ST 10.3 miles

1915 N PERRY ST
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

290 W WALTON BLVD 10.4 miles

290 W WALTON BLVD
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202 10.5 miles

5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202
Clarkston, MI 48346
Categories: Clarkston MI

898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER 10.6 miles

898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130 10.7 miles

3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
Categories: AUBURN HILLS MI

1101 W UNIVERSITY DR 11.5 miles

1101 W UNIVERSITY DR
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

455 S Livernois Rd, Suite A-14 11.8 miles

455 S Livernois Rd, Suite A-14
Rochester, MI 48307
Categories: Rochester MI

1398 ROSS LN 12.0 miles

1398 ROSS LN
ROCHESTER, MI 48306
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

80650 VAN DYKE RD 12.1 miles

80650 VAN DYKE RD
BRUCE TWP, MI 48065
Categories: BRUCE TWP MI

31 OAKLAND AVE 12.7 miles

31 OAKLAND AVE
PONTIAC, MI 48342
Categories: PONTIAC MI

461 W HURON ST 13.3 miles

461 W HURON ST
PONTIAC, MI 48341
Categories: PONTIAC MI

5800 Highland Rd 13.3 miles

5800 Highland Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
Categories: Waterford MI

2820 CROOKS RD Ste 400 13.4 miles

2820 CROOKS RD Ste 400
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48309
Categories: ROCHESTER HILLS MI

1701 S. BOULEVARD E, 150 13.5 miles

1701 S. BOULEVARD E, 150
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202 13.7 miles

1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202
Waterford, MI 48328
Categories: Waterford MI

6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200 13.7 miles

6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200
Waterford, MI 48327
Categories: Waterford MI

2191 S BLVD 14.1 miles

2191 S BLVD
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
Categories: AUBURN HILLS MI

135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103 14.3 miles

135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103
Rochester, MI 48307
Categories: Rochester MI

745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340 14.3 miles

745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER HILLS MI

2253 HAMPTON ST 14.9 miles

2253 HAMPTON ST
WHITE LAKE, MI 48386
Categories: WHITE LAKE MI

5180 DEQUINDRE RD 15.0 miles

5180 DEQUINDRE RD
UTICA, MI 48316
Categories: UTICA MI

43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106 15.0 miles

43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Categories: Bloomfield Hills MI

944 BALDWIN RD STE D 15.0 miles

944 BALDWIN RD STE D
LAPEER, MI 48446
Categories: LAPEER MI

3273 Davison Rd, Suite 6 15.9 miles

3273 Davison Rd, Suite 6
Lapeer, MI 48446
Categories: Lapeer MI

1254 N MAIN ST 16.5 miles

1254 N MAIN ST
LAPEER, MI 48446
Categories: LAPEER MI

1375 N MAIN ST 16.5 miles

1375 N MAIN ST
LAPEER, MI 48446
Categories: LAPEER MI

51863 SCHOENHERR RD 17.1 miles

51863 SCHOENHERR RD
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
Categories: SHELBY TOWNSHIP MI

39333 Van Dyke 17.3 miles

39333 Van Dyke
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

237 Davis Lake Rd, 17.3 miles

237 Davis Lake Rd,
Lapeer, MI 48446
Categories: Lapeer MI

12751 S SAGINAW ST STE 701 17.5 miles

12751 S SAGINAW ST STE 701
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

50505 SCHOENHERR RD STE 160 17.5 miles

50505 SCHOENHERR RD STE 160
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
Categories: SHELBY TOWNSHIP MI

1794 N Lapeer Rd Ste D 17.8 miles

1794 N Lapeer Rd Ste D
Lapeer, MI 48446
Categories: Lapeer MI

2455 Union Lake Rd, 18.1 miles

2455 Union Lake Rd,
Commerce Township, MI 48382
Categories: Commerce Township MI

1097 S State Rd, Unit 2 18.4 miles

1097 S State Rd, Unit 2
Davison, MI 48423
Categories: Davison MI

6015 19 MILE RD 18.5 miles

6015 19 MILE RD
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105 18.7 miles

1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105
TROY, MI 48084
Categories: TROY MI

1770 23 Mile Road 19.1 miles

1770 23 Mile Road
Macomb Township, MI 48044
Categories: Macomb Township MI

45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD 19.1 miles

45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD
UTICA, MI 48315
Categories: UTICA MI

12821 S. SAGINAW ST, STE D13 19.1 miles

12821 S. SAGINAW ST, STE D13
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102 19.3 miles

38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102
Troy, MI 48083
Categories: Troy MI

8401 HOLLY RD 19.3 miles

8401 HOLLY RD
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

3434 REGENCY DRIVE, SUITE B 19.4 miles

3434 REGENCY DRIVE, SUITE B
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

40732 VAN DYKE AVE 19.9 miles

40732 VAN DYKE AVE
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

1663 STEPHENSON HWY 20.0 miles

1663 STEPHENSON HWY
TROY, MI 48083
Categories: TROY MI

627 E MAPLE RD STE 200 20.2 miles

627 E MAPLE RD STE 200
TROY, MI 48083
Categories: TROY MI

36250 DEQUINDRE RD STE 130 20.5 miles

36250 DEQUINDRE RD STE 130
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100 20.7 miles

7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Categories: WEST BLOOMFIELD MI

555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1 20.9 miles

555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1
Clawson, MI 48017
Categories: Clawson MI

43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135 21.0 miles

43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Categories: Clinton Township MI

1224 W 14 MILE RD 21.2 miles

1224 W 14 MILE RD
CLAWSON, MI 48017
Categories: CLAWSON MI

43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121 21.2 miles

43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48038
Categories: CLINTON TOWNSHIP MI

33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170 21.2 miles

33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Categories: WEST BLOOMFIELD MI

5494 S Dort Hwy 21.5 miles

5494 S Dort Hwy
Flint, MI 48507
Categories: Flint MI

2313 E HILL RD 21.7 miles

2313 E HILL RD
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

6011 Porter Rd, 21.7 miles

6011 Porter Rd,
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Categories: Grand Blanc MI

2530 CROOKS RD STE 2 22.4 miles

2530 CROOKS RD STE 2
ROYAL OAK, MI 48073
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

1360 S MILFORD RD 22.4 miles

1360 S MILFORD RD
HIGHLAND, MI 48357
Categories: HIGHLAND MI

26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117 22.4 miles

26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117
Southfield, MI 48034
Categories: Southfield MI

28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103 22.4 miles

28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334
Categories: FARMINGTON HILLS MI

555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200 22.7 miles

555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Categories: Madison Heights MI

1459 S CENTER RD 22.8 miles

1459 S CENTER RD
BURTON, MI 48509
Categories: BURTON MI

3021 S DORT HWY STE A 22.9 miles

3021 S DORT HWY STE A
FLINT, MI 48507
Categories: FLINT MI

4067 East Court St, Suite 4 22.9 miles

4067 East Court St, Suite 4
Burton, MI 48509
Categories: Burton MI

1460 N CENTER RD 23.5 miles

1460 N CENTER RD
BURTON, MI 48509
Categories: BURTON MI

739 E 12 MILE RD 23.6 miles

739 E 12 MILE RD
MADISON HTS, MI 48071
Categories: MADISON HTS MI

1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3 23.6 miles

1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

425 PARK AVE 23.7 miles

425 PARK AVE
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

3220 W SILVER LAKE RD 23.8 miles

3220 W SILVER LAKE RD
FENTON, MI 48430
Categories: FENTON MI

31700 VAN DYKE AVE 23.8 miles

31700 VAN DYKE AVE
WARREN, MI 48093
Categories: WARREN MI

26185 GREENFIELD RD 23.8 miles

26185 GREENFIELD RD
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48076
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200 24.1 miles

29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200
Warren, MI 48092
Categories: Warren MI

50110 GRATIOT AVE 24.2 miles

50110 GRATIOT AVE
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48051
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MI

15717 15 MILE RD 24.2 miles

15717 15 MILE RD
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48035
Categories: CLINTON TOWNSHIP MI

24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304 24.3 miles

24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

53379 GRATIOT AVE 24.4 miles

53379 GRATIOT AVE
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48051
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MI

27351 DEQUINDRE RD 24.6 miles

27351 DEQUINDRE RD
MADISON HEIGHTS, MI 48071
Categories: MADISON HEIGHTS MI

1515 W ATHERTON RD 24.8 miles

1515 W ATHERTON RD
FLINT, MI 48507
Categories: FLINT MI

Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Oxford, MI testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.

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Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.



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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available

Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.


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Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.

The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.


Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.

The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.

A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.

In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.

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US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Additional DOT services include:

  • -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
  • -DOT Supervisor Training
  • -MVR Reports
  • -DOT Drug Policy Development
  • -DOT Physicals
  • -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

Our Oxford, MI testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Oxford, MI drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.


Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Oxford, MI testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Oxford, MI and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.


On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.

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Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.

Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.


DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.

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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.

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Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.

Types of Tests Conducted

  • Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
  • Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
  • Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
  • Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
  3. Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.

Local Area Info: Oxford

Oxford (/??ksf?rd/ OKS-f?rd) is a university city in south central England and the county town of Oxfordshire. With a population of approximately 155,000, it is the 52nd largest city in the United Kingdom, with one of the fastest growing populations in the UK, and it remains the most ethnically diverse area in Oxfordshire county. The city is 51 miles (82 km) from London, 61 miles (98 km) from Bristol, 59 miles (95 km) from Southampton, 57 miles (92 km) from Birmingham and 24 miles (39 km) from Reading.

The city is known worldwide as the home of the University of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world. Buildings in Oxford demonstrate notable examples of every English architectural period since the late Saxon period. Oxford is known as the "City of Dreaming Spires", a term coined by poet Matthew Arnold. Oxford has a broad economic base. Its industries include motor manufacturing, education, publishing and a large number of information technology and science-based businesses, some being academic offshoots.

Oxford was first settled in Anglo-Saxon times and was initially known as "Oxenaforda", meaning "ford of the oxen" (according to the English Place-Name Society, who base their result on a passing reference in Florence of Worcester's work Chronicon ex chronicis); fords were more common than bridges at that time. It began with the establishment of a river crossing for oxen around AD 900.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 3,545 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +0.1%

Population (male): 1,645

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $785.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Oxford: 89.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (9.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 10.0% for Black residents)

Elevation: 1057 feet

Races:
      White alone - 3,154 - 91.8%
      Hispanic - 150 - 4.4%
      Black alone - 63 - 1.8%
      Two or more races - 36 - 1.0%
      Asian alone - 25 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 7 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.03%

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