Suitland, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total):

Population (male): 11,394

Population (female): 14,431

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,317.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Suitland: 163.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (5.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.7% for Black residents, 9.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 12.8% for other race residents, 46.4% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Maryland and other state lists, there were 39 registered sex offenders living in Suitland, Maryland as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Suitland is 625 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: African (1.8%).

Zip Codes:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $81,240
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $35,947
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $299,700 Suitland:$299,700MD:$312,500

In 1867, Samuel Taylor Suit moved to Maryland and purchased more than 800 acres (320 ha) near Washington, D.C. In the 1870s and 1880s, such prominent guests as U.S. Presidents Ulysses S. Grant and Rutherford B. Hayes visited the Suitland estate. It was the 1871 site of negotiations preliminary to the international tribunal in Geneva that arbitrated the Alabama Claims. After Suit's death in 1888, portions of the estate were sold (circa 1892 to 1903) to William A. Harrison, and the land was subsequently subdivided and sold over the years. Suit's son, Arthur B. Suit, retained 3 acres (1.2 ha) of land near the corner of Suitland and Silver Hill Roads, where he maintained a general store, a bar, a bowling alley, and the community's one-room jailhouse.

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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 Suitland, MD

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


Hair follicle drug testing Suitland, MD 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 Suitland, MD centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Suitland, MD 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 Suitland, MD 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 Suitland, MD.


5606 HOLTON LN 2.7 miles

5606 HOLTON LN
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
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4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 2.8 miles

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
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4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 3.6 miles

4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Categories: WASHINGTON DC

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 4.4 miles

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
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8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 4.7 miles

8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204
LANDOVER, MD 20785
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1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301 5.0 miles

1600A BRIGHTSEAT RD APT 301
HYATTSVILLE, MD 20785
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7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108 6.9 miles

7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108
CLINTON, MD 20735
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11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 6.9 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20774
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11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT 6.9 miles

11435 ABBOTTSWOOD CT
LARGO, MD 20774
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11947 WINGED FOOT CT 7.1 miles

11947 WINGED FOOT CT
WALDORF, MD 20602
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815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 7.1 miles

815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
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911 U ST NW 7.2 miles

911 U ST NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
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1145 19TH ST NW STE 601 7.5 miles

1145 19TH ST NW STE 601
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
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920 VARNUM ST NE 7.5 miles

920 VARNUM ST NE
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
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1145 19th Street NW Suite 506 7.5 miles

1145 19th Street NW Suite 506
Washington, DC 20036
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2029 K ST NW STE 301 7.5 miles

2029 K ST NW STE 301
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
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1140 19TH ST NW STE 700 7.5 miles

1140 19TH ST NW STE 700
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
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3510 HEIDI LN 7.7 miles

3510 HEIDI LN
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
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3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 7.9 miles

3422 GEORGIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
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225 REINEKERS LN 7.9 miles

225 REINEKERS LN
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
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2440 M St NW Ste 414, 8.0 miles

2440 M St NW Ste 414,
Washington, DC 20037
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12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F 8.1 miles

12555 CENTRAL AVE. STE A&F
CHINO, CA 91710
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Onsite Only 8.3 miles

Onsite Only
Largo, MD 20774
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4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 8.4 miles

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G
LANHAM, MD 20706
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6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100 8.8 miles

6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
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3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 9.0 miles

3263 COLUMBIA PIKE
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
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3301 WILSON BLVD 9.7 miles

3301 WILSON BLVD
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
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4320 SEMINARY RD 9.9 miles

4320 SEMINARY RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
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4527 DUKE ST 10.3 miles

4527 DUKE ST
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
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6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 10.3 miles

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3
College Park, MD 20740
Categories: College Park MD

7933 BELLE POINT DR 10.5 miles

7933 BELLE POINT DR
GREENBELT, MD 20770
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5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551 10.5 miles

5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
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12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 10.5 miles

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
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1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140 10.6 miles

1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

10117 PALAMAR DR 10.6 miles

10117 PALAMAR DR
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B 10.9 miles

7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B
Alexandria, VA 22306
Categories: Alexandria VA

5130 DUKE ST STE 10 10.9 miles

5130 DUKE ST STE 10
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208 11.2 miles

8121 GEORGIA AVE STE 208
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314 11.3 miles

8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
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1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222 11.4 miles

1401 BLAIR MILL RD APT 1222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
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3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 11.7 miles

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD
BOWIE, MD 20716
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6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center 11.7 miles

6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center
Falls Church, VA 22044
Categories: Falls Church VA

6144 EDSALL RD APT 303 12.0 miles

6144 EDSALL RD APT 303
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

10452 BALTIMORE AVE 12.3 miles

10452 BALTIMORE AVE
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
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4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 12.7 miles

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112,
Bowie, MD 20716
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4729 SELLMAN RD 12.9 miles

4729 SELLMAN RD
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
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6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD 13.2 miles

6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
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9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 13.2 miles

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
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8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208 13.6 miles

8218 WISCONSIN AVE STE 208
BETHESDA, MD 20814
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6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300 13.6 miles

6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300
Annandale, VA 22003
Categories: Annandale VA

5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR 13.6 miles

5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
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2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111 13.8 miles

2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111
WALDORF, MD 20601
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920 W BROAD ST STE B 14.2 miles

920 W BROAD ST STE B
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22046
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5501 BACKLICK RD 14.4 miles

5501 BACKLICK RD
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
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5510 ALMA LN STE 200 14.5 miles

5510 ALMA LN STE 200
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
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6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105 14.6 miles

6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
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11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 14.7 miles

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700
WHEATON, MD 20902
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3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104 16.0 miles

3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104
WALDORF, MD 20602
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3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104, 16.1 miles

3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104,
Waldorf, MD 20602
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13823 OUTLET DR 16.2 miles

13823 OUTLET DR
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
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12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201 16.2 miles

12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201
WALDORF, MD 20602
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8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206 16.5 miles

8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206
FAIRFAX, VA 22031
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3070 HEATHCOTE RD 16.6 miles

3070 HEATHCOTE RD
WALDORF, MD 20602
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3020 Hamaker Court, B-110 16.9 miles

3020 Hamaker Court, B-110
Fairfax, VA 22031
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8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120, 17.0 miles

8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120,
Fairfax, VA 22031
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7839 ROLLING RD STE A 17.1 miles

7839 ROLLING RD STE A
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
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P. O. BOX 376 17.1 miles

P. O. BOX 376
LAUREL, MD 20725
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3059 MARSHALL HALL RD 17.3 miles

3059 MARSHALL HALL RD
BRYANS ROAD, MD 20616
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3676 Alpen Greenway 18.0 miles

3676 Alpen Greenway
Burtonsville, MD 20866
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PO BOX 59815 18.6 miles

PO BOX 59815
ROCKVILLE, MD 20859
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On-site ONLY 18.6 miles

On-site ONLY
LAUREL, MD 20724
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100 MAPLE AVE E 18.7 miles

100 MAPLE AVE E
VIENNA, VA 22180
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8768 SUSINI DR 19.6 miles

8768 SUSINI DR
LAUREL, MD 20723
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3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200 20.1 miles

3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
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3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD 20.5 miles

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
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75 MAYO RD 20.5 miles

75 MAYO RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
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10560 MAIN ST 20.8 miles

10560 MAIN ST
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
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10721 MAIN ST STE 3100 21.1 miles

10721 MAIN ST STE 3100
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
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10721 Main Street, Suite 1400 21.1 miles

10721 Main Street, Suite 1400
Fairfax, VA 22030
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2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 21.4 miles

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
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216 Locust St 21.5 miles

216 Locust St
Occaquan, VA 22125
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18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 22.3 miles

18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12
OLNEY, MD 20832
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42010 VILLAGE CENTER PLZ
STONE RIDGE, VA 20105
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201 CENTENNIAL ST B1 22.4 miles

201 CENTENNIAL ST B1
LA PLATA, MD 20646
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15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450 22.6 miles

15005 SHADY GROVE RD Ste 450
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
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9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120, 22.7 miles

9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 120,
Rockville, MD 20850
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403 CHARLES ST 3 22.8 miles

403 CHARLES ST 3
LA PLATA, MD 20646
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15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207 22.8 miles

15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 207
Rockville, MD 20850
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820 Bestgate Rd, 22.9 miles

820 Bestgate Rd,
Annapolis, MD 21401
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11848 Robertson Farm Circle 23.2 miles

11848 Robertson Farm Circle
Fairfax, VA 22030
Categories: Fairfax VA

14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131 23.2 miles

14800 PHYSICIANS LN STE 131
ROCKVILLE, MD 20850
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1419 FOREST DR STE 104 23.5 miles

1419 FOREST DR STE 104
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403
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408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 23.6 miles

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
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6656 DOBBIN RD 23.9 miles

6656 DOBBIN RD
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
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14527 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY FEATHERSTONE SQUARE SHOPPING CTR 24.0 miles

14527 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY FEATHERSTONE SQUARE SHOPPING CTR
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22191
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2080 Daniel Stuart Square, 24.0 miles

2080 Daniel Stuart Square,
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Categories: Woodbridge VA

Onsite Only 24.1 miles

Onsite Only
Hughesville, MD 20637
Categories: Hughesville MD

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 24.5 miles

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
Categories: ELKRIDGE MD

6785 Business Pkwy 24.6 miles

6785 Business Pkwy
Elkridge, MD 21075
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3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400 24.7 miles

3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
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8945 N WESTLAND DR 24.8 miles

8945 N WESTLAND DR
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
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431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG 24.8 miles

431 N FREDERICK AVE GAITHERSBURG
GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
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14010 SMOKETOWN ROAD, STE 101 24.9 miles

14010 SMOKETOWN ROAD, STE 101
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
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12713 SHOPPES LN 25.0 miles

12713 SHOPPES LN
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
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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

    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)

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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: Suitland, Maryland

Suitland is an unincorporated community and census designated place (CDP) in Prince George's County, Maryland, about 1 mile (1.6 km) southeast of Washington, D.C. As of the 2010 census, the population of the CDP was 25,825. Prior to 2010, Suitland was part of the Suitland-Silver Hill census-designated place.

Suitland is named after 19th century landowner and businessman Senator Samuel Taylor Suit, whose estate, "Suitland," was located near the present-day intersection of Suitland and Silver Hill Roads.

In the 1600s, the Piscataway tribe inhabited the lands in southern Maryland. European settlers first visited Saint Clement's Island on the Potomac River and then established their first Maryland colony downriver at Saint Mary's City in 1634, and by the 1660s through the 1680s, settlers had moved into what is now known as Prince George's County. Faced with this encroachment, the Piscataways left the area in 1697, and moved north to what is now known as Conoy Island. They eventually moved further north into Pennsylvania and Michigan. The sole export of the European settlers was tobacco, and slaves were first brought to the county in the 1700s.

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Population (total):

Population (male): 11,394

Population (female): 14,431

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,317.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Suitland: 163.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (5.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.7% for Black residents, 9.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 12.8% for other race residents, 46.4% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Maryland and other state lists, there were 39 registered sex offenders living in Suitland, Maryland as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Suitland is 625 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: African (1.8%).

Zip Codes:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $81,240
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $35,947
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $299,700 Suitland:$299,700MD:$312,500

In 1867, Samuel Taylor Suit moved to Maryland and purchased more than 800 acres (320 ha) near Washington, D.C. In the 1870s and 1880s, such prominent guests as U.S. Presidents Ulysses S. Grant and Rutherford B. Hayes visited the Suitland estate. It was the 1871 site of negotiations preliminary to the international tribunal in Geneva that arbitrated the Alabama Claims. After Suit's death in 1888, portions of the estate were sold (circa 1892 to 1903) to William A. Harrison, and the land was subsequently subdivided and sold over the years. Suit's son, Arthur B. Suit, retained 3 acres (1.2 ha) of land near the corner of Suitland and Silver Hill Roads, where he maintained a general store, a bar, a bowling alley, and the community's one-room jailhouse.

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