Jonesboro, GA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 4,755 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (female): 2,128

Median Age: 32.0 years

Poverty (breakdown): (18.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 41.4% for Black residents, 53.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 16.2% for other race residents, 31.2% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (10.8%), African (9.8%), English (1.3%), Irish (1.3%), German (1.2%).

Elevation: 910 feet

Zip Codes: 30236

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $32,101 (it was $31,951 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $16,592 (it was $16,178 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $91,460 (it was $76,000 in 2000) Jonesboro:$91,460GA:$173,700

Races:
      Black alone - 2,977 - 61.2%
      White alone - 1,048 - 21.6%
      Hispanic - 543 - 11.2%
      Asian alone - 130 - 2.7%
      Two or more races - 84 - 1.7%
      American Indian alone - 11 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.02%

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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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Hair Follicle Drug Testing Jonesboro, GA

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides Hair Follicle drug testing Jonesboro, GA for individuals and employers needing a drug test utilizing the hair follicle analysis process. To schedule a hair follicle drug test in Jonesboro, GA, Call (800) 221-4291. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.


Hair follicle drug testing Jonesboro, GA is available for 5, 10, and 12 panel drug screenings.

To schedule a Hair Follicle Drug Test at one of our testing centers in the Grady county area, Call (800) 221-4291, Same Day Service Available. Testing centers do not require an appointment, but you must call and register for the test.

Hair follicle drug testing is becoming a more popular method by employers and individuals in need of a drug test due to the detection time frame being longer than a standard urine test.

Local Hair follicle drug testing Jonesboro, GA centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Jonesboro, GA facilities have certified drug testing technicians available to conduct a hair follicle drug test collection.

Hair Follicle Drug Test

In recent years the method to conduct drug testing has more frequently included a hair follicle drug test. Many employers, courts and Substance Abuse Professional are requiring a hair follicle drug test instead of a standard urine test. Hair follicle drug tests are used by employers who have zero tolerance drug use policies, courts and individuals on probation. The primary benefit of a hair follicle drug test include a much longer detection period for drug use which typically is up to 90 days. However, when screening drug use within the last 5 days the urine test continues to be the most accurate test.

Hair Follicle Drug Test Process

The procedure used to perform a hair follicle test is simple, the drug testing specialist will cut approximately 120 strands of hair (not really a lot) utilize a chain of custody procedure and send the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. Drug testing centers require at least 1.5 inches of hair to perform this test and the hair generally needs to come from the head, however if the donor does not have head hair certain testing centers can use hair from chest, leg or arm pit.

If a donor has no hair on their body, than a hair test cannot be performed!

Hair Follicle Drug Test Results

Once the hair follicles have been analyzed by a certified laboratory they will then be reviewed and then verified by a Medical Review Officer (licensed Physician) who will than release the results. Generally a negative hair follicle drug test result is available in 2-3 days. A non-negative hair follicle drug test is available in approximately 5 days.

Urine cut-off levels are expressed in nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) or as a weight of drug per unit volume of urine. Hair cut-off levels are expressed in picograms per milligram (pg/mg) or as a weight of drug per unit weight of hair

5 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 5 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamine
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • Phencyclidine

5 Panel w/ Expanded Opiates Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 5 panel w/ expanded Opiates hair drug test screens for the standard 5 drugs but will also screen for Opiate class drugs such as pain killers, which may indicate abuse of prescription drugs

  • Amphetamine
  • Cocaine
  • Codeine
  • Marijuana
  • Morphine
  • Phencyclidine
  • Hydrocodone
  • Hydromorphone
  • Oxycodone
  • Oxymorphone
  • 6 AM- Heroine

10 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 10 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Methadone
  • Methamphetamine
  • Opiates
  • Phencyclidine
  • Propoxyphene

12 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 12 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Meperidine
  • Methadone
  • Opiates
  • Oxycodone
  • Phencyclidine
  • Propoxyphene
  • Tramadol

To schedule a Hair follicle Drug Testing Jonesboro, GA Call (800)221-4291.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc. is pleased to provide hair follicle drug testing, alcohol testing, occupational health and DNA testing services in Jonesboro, GA.


1500 MOUNT ZION RD 3.5 miles

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MORROW, GA 30260
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750 MOUNT ZION RD 3.6 miles

750 MOUNT ZION RD
JONESBORO, GA 30236
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804 COMMERCE BLVD STE A25 4.1 miles

804 COMMERCE BLVD STE A25
RIVERDALE, GA 30296
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6681 JONESBORO RD 4.2 miles

6681 JONESBORO RD
MORROW, GA 30260
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7147 JONESBORO RD STE L 4.2 miles

7147 JONESBORO RD STE L
Morrow, GA 30260
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217 ARROWHEAD BLVD STE D1
JONESBORO, GA 30236
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83 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW STE 155
RIVERDALE, GA 30274
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81 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW #140
RIVERDALE, GA 30274
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769 MORROW RD 4.8 miles

769 MORROW RD
FOREST PARK, GA 30297
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11760 HASTINGS BRIDGE RD
HAMPTON, GA 30228
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STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
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526 Forest Pkwy Ste K 7.0 miles

526 Forest Pkwy Ste K
Forest Park, GA 30297
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115 COMMERCE DR STE A 7.0 miles

115 COMMERCE DR STE A
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
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635 GLYNN ST N STE 1 7.2 miles

635 GLYNN ST N STE 1
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
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155 EAGLES WALK STE F 7.2 miles

155 EAGLES WALK STE F
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
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1129 HOSPITAL DR STE 5E
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
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5032 CLARK HOWELL HWY 7.4 miles

5032 CLARK HOWELL HWY
COLLEGE PARK, GA 30349
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4223 MORELAND AVE 8.1 miles

4223 MORELAND AVE
CONLEY, GA 30288
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500 LANIER AVE W STE 412 8.1 miles

500 LANIER AVE W STE 412
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
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80 Vinings Dr Ste 80 8.5 miles

80 Vinings Dr Ste 80
McDonough, GA 30253
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305 WILLOW LN 9.2 miles

305 WILLOW LN
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
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5185 OLD NATIONAL HWY 9.4 miles

5185 OLD NATIONAL HWY
ATLANTA, GA 30349
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1397 CEDAR GROVE RD 9.5 miles

1397 CEDAR GROVE RD
CONLEY, GA 30288
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6000 S TERMINAL PKWY STE 375 9.6 miles

6000 S TERMINAL PKWY STE 375
ATLANTA, GA 30337
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6000 N TERMINAL PKWY STE 315 9.8 miles

6000 N TERMINAL PKWY STE 315
ATLANTA, GA 30320
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791 Oak St 9.9 miles

791 Oak St
Hapeville, GA 30354
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3580 ATLANTA AVE 9.9 miles

3580 ATLANTA AVE
HAPEVILLE, GA 30354
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1275 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 201 10.1 miles

1275 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 201
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
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1240 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 102 10.1 miles

1240 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 102
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
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1005 VIRGINIA AVE STE 100 10.3 miles

1005 VIRGINIA AVE STE 100
ATLANTA, GA 30354
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535 N CENTRAL AVE
HAPEVILLE, GA 30354
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155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 104 11.1 miles

155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 104
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
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155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 114 11.1 miles

155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 114
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
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757 CLEVELAND AVE SW STE D 11.6 miles

757 CLEVELAND AVE SW STE D
ATLANTA, GA 30315
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1631 HIGHWAY 20 W 11.7 miles

1631 HIGHWAY 20 W
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
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101 REGENCY PARK DR STE 100 12.2 miles

101 REGENCY PARK DR STE 100
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
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1203 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1 C 12.3 miles

1203 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1 C
EAST POINT, GA 30344
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1136 Cleveland Ave Ste 303, S Fulton Med Arts Ctr 12.4 miles

1136 Cleveland Ave Ste 303, S Fulton Med Arts Ctr
East Point, GA 30344
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3515 CAMP CREEK PKWY STE 110 13.4 miles

3515 CAMP CREEK PKWY STE 110
EAST POINT, GA 30344
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125 S ZACK HINTON PKWY 13.5 miles

125 S ZACK HINTON PKWY
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
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175 HANDLEY RD STE 200 13.7 miles

175 HANDLEY RD STE 200
TYRONE, GA 30290
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2300 COMMERCE PL 13.7 miles

2300 COMMERCE PL
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
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1497 HIGHWAY 20 W
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
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923 DILL AVE SW 14.1 miles

923 DILL AVE SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
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125C HOWELL RD 14.2 miles

125C HOWELL RD
TYRONE, GA 30290
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23 EASTBROOK BND STE 200 14.3 miles

23 EASTBROOK BND STE 200
PEACHTREE CITY, GA 30269
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1287 SPUR 138 STE 8 15.3 miles

1287 SPUR 138 STE 8
JONESBORO, GA 30236
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501 PULLIAM ST SW STE 144 15.3 miles

501 PULLIAM ST SW STE 144
ATLANTA, GA 30312
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4367 NEW SNAPFINGER WOODS DR 15.6 miles

4367 NEW SNAPFINGER WOODS DR
DECATUR, GA 30035
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2375 WESLEY CHAPEL RD
DECATUR, GA 30035
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8225 MALL PARKWAY ST 110
LITHONIA, GA 30038
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236 AUBURN AVE NE STE 205A 16.2 miles

236 AUBURN AVE NE STE 205A
ATLANTA, GA 30303
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1270 CAROLINE ST NE 16.4 miles

1270 CAROLINE ST NE
ATLANTA, GA 30307
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5040 SNAPFINGER WOODS DR STE 102
DECATUR, GA 30035
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1657 N EXPRESSWAY
GRIFFIN, GA 30223
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2221 PEACHTREE ST NE
ATLANTA, GA 30309
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1230 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1900
ATLANTA, GA 30309
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338 W Peachtree St NW 16.9 miles

338 W Peachtree St NW
Atlanta, GA 30308
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920 DANNON VW SW STE 3103 CASCADE PROFESSIONAL PARK
ATLANTA, GA 30331
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550 Peachtree Street NE, Suite,
Atlanta, GA 30308
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550 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1460
ATLANTA, GA 30308
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145 NORTH AVE NE
ATLANTA, GA 30308
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882 PONCE DE LEON AVE NE
ATLANTA, GA 30306
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688 SPRING ST NW
ATLANTA, GA 30308
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4861 BILL GARDNER PKWY
LOCUST GROVE, GA 30248
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3778 HIGHWAY 42
LOCUST GROVE, GA 30248
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1365 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
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3965 CASCADE RD SW STE R
ATLANTA, GA 30331
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5670 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW
ATLANTA, GA 30336
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4795 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW STE F
ATLANTA, GA 30336
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4445 Commerce Dr SW STE B11
ATLANTA, GA 30336
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4770 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW
ATLANTA, GA 30336
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4525 Fulton Industrial Blvd SW
Atlanta, GA 30336
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221B W POPLAR ST
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
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223 W COLLEGE ST STE A
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
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120B West College Street,
Griffin, GA 30224
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1427 HIGHWAY 138 SE STE 1
CONYERS, GA 30013
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1834 CLAIRMONT RD
DECATUR, GA 30033
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1276 MCCONNELL DR
DECATUR, GA 30033
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718 S 8TH ST
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
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747 S HILL ST
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
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210 ROCK ST
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
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1480 CHATTAHOOCHEE AVE NW
ATLANTA, GA 30318
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2292 PEACHTREE RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30309
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1039 E FREEWAY DR SE
CONYERS, GA 30094
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1462 W. MONTREAL RD STE 114
TUCKER, GA 30084
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2151A IDLEWOOD RD
TUCKER, GA 30084
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1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 130
ATLANTA, GA 30318
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1774 CENTURY BLVD NE STE A
ATLANTA, GA 30345
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1975 CENTURY BLVD NE STE 4
ATLANTA, GA 30345
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1412 MILSTEAD AVE NE
CONYERS, GA 30012
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1288 WELLBROOK CIR NE STE C
CONYERS, GA 30012
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3617 ROSWELL RD NE STE A
ATLANTA, GA 30305
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4805 BRIARCLIFF RD NE STE 108
ATLANTA, GA 30345
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1025 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY SE OUTPARCEL 7A 23.3 miles

1025 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY SE OUTPARCEL 7A
MABLETON, GA 30126
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6808 DEER TRAIL LN 23.6 miles

6808 DEER TRAIL LN
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30087
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1680 GA 138 23.6 miles

1680 GA 138
CONYERS, GA 30013
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1301 SIGMAN RD NE STE 230 23.6 miles

1301 SIGMAN RD NE STE 230
CONYERS, GA 30012
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620 SIGMAN RD NE STE 400
CONYERS, GA 30013
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3987 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY STE B 24.0 miles

3987 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY STE B
TUCKER, GA 30084
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4425 S COBB DR, SUITE C
SMYRNA, GA 30080
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4400 PEACHTREE RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30319
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561 THORNTON RD
LITHIA SPRINGS, GA 30122
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5019 LAVISTA RD
TUCKER, GA 30084
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101 QUARTZ DR STE 101 24.5 miles

101 QUARTZ DR STE 101
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
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4480 N COOPER LAKE RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
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2256 ROCKBRIDGE RD
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30087
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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

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  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)

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Hair Follicle Drug Testing: An Overview

Hair follicle drug testing is a method used to detect the use of illicit drugs or the misuse of prescription drugs over an extended period. Unlike urine tests, which can detect recent drug use, hair follicle testing provides a longer window of detection, typically up to 90 days. This overview explores how hair follicle drug testing works, its applications, and its benefits.

How Hair Follicle Drug Testing Works

The process involves taking a small sample of hair, usually from the head but sometimes from the body if scalp hair is insufficient. The hair is tested to identify drugs and their metabolites, which are deposited in the hair from the bloodstream. This method is sensitive to a wide range of substances, including marijuana, cocaine, opiates, methamphetamine, and phencyclidine (PCP).

Applications of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  • Employment Screening: Many employers use hair follicle testing as part of their pre-employment screening processes and in regular checks to ensure a drug-free workplace.
  • Legal and Forensic Cases: This testing is used in legal settings to provide evidence in custody disputes, DUI cases, and other legal matters requiring proof of drug use.
  • Rehabilitation Monitoring: Health care providers and rehab centers use hair tests to monitor individuals recovering from drug addiction.

Advantages of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  1. Long Detection Period: Can detect drug use for up to 90 days, making it more effective for identifying long-term drug use than other testing methods.
  2. Tamper Resistance: The nature of hair sample collection makes it difficult to tamper with or substitute samples, providing more accurate results.
  3. Non-invasive: The process is simple and does not require the handling of bodily fluids, making it less invasive and safer to administer.

Considerations and Limitations

While hair follicle drug testing is highly effective, there are considerations to keep in mind:

  • Growth Rate Variability: Hair growth rates can vary from person to person, potentially affecting the detection window.
  • Potential for External Contamination: Drugs can sometimes be absorbed from the environment, leading to potential false positives, though washing the hair sample prior to testing can mitigate this risk.
  • Cultural and Personal Concerns: The requirement of hair samples can raise concerns among those with hair loss or individuals whose cultural practices affect hair grooming or styling.

Hair follicle drug testing is a reliable and comprehensive method for detecting drug use over an extended period. It is widely used across various sectors for its accuracy and tamper-resistant methodology, making it a valuable tool in maintaining drug-free environments and supporting legal and medical interventions.

Local Area Info: Jonesboro, Georgia

The city's name was originally spelled Jonesborough. During the Civil War, the final skirmish in the Atlanta Campaign was fought here south of Atlanta, cutting off the city and forcing the mayor of Atlanta to surrender at Marietta in early September 1864. The final fall of Atlanta in the Battle of Jonesborough ended up being a decisive point in the nation's history, propelling Abraham Lincoln to re-election two months later, and continuing the war until the Confederacy finally surrendered the following year.

As of the census of 2000, there were 3,829 people, 1,466 households, and 1,023 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,477.4 people per square mile (570.8/km²). There were 1,561 housing units at an average density of 602.3 per square mile (232.7/km²). The racial composition of the city was 72.79% African American, 20.63% White, 0.21% Native American, 0.73% Asian, 0.31% Pacific Islander, 3.45% from other races, and 1.88% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.55% of the population. In the past 2 years that population has doubled to about 15.86%.

There were 1,466 households out of which 34.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.6% were married couples living together, 25.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 25.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.09.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 4,755 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (female): 2,128

Median Age: 32.0 years

Poverty (breakdown): (18.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 41.4% for Black residents, 53.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 16.2% for other race residents, 31.2% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (10.8%), African (9.8%), English (1.3%), Irish (1.3%), German (1.2%).

Elevation: 910 feet

Zip Codes: 30236

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $32,101 (it was $31,951 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $16,592 (it was $16,178 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $91,460 (it was $76,000 in 2000) Jonesboro:$91,460GA:$173,700

Races:
      Black alone - 2,977 - 61.2%
      White alone - 1,048 - 21.6%
      Hispanic - 543 - 11.2%
      Asian alone - 130 - 2.7%
      Two or more races - 84 - 1.7%
      American Indian alone - 11 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.02%

MARTA and Xpress GA/Georgia RTA buses serve the city.

(800) 221-4291