Centereach, NY Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 15,411

Population (female): 16,167

Median Age: 38.1 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,949.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Centereach: 151.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 5.5%

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (30.2%), Irish (9.2%), American (6.3%), German (6.1%), Polish (2.6%), Portuguese (1.7%).

Population Density:

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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 Centereach, NY

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


Hair follicle drug testing Centereach, NY 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 Centereach, NY centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Centereach, NY 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 Professionals 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 includes 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 Centereach, NY 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 Centereach, NY.


2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 1.6 miles

2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
Categories: STONY BROOK NY

35 MARLIN RD 1.9 miles

35 MARLIN RD
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
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100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 2.7 miles

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza
East Setauket, NY 11733
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23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 2.9 miles

23 Technology Dr., Suite 2
East Setauket, NY 11733
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235 Boyle Rd, 2.9 miles

235 Boyle Rd,
Selden, NY 11784
Categories: Selden NY

203 UNION AVE 3.3 miles

203 UNION AVE
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
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325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C 3.8 miles

325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C
SELDEN, NY 11784
Categories: SELDEN NY

30 JEROME ST 4.0 miles

30 JEROME ST
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
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3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 4.3 miles

3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
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222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 4.4 miles

222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107
Smithtown, NY 11787
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1660 ROUTE 112 STE E 4.7 miles

1660 ROUTE 112 STE E
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
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1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 4.7 miles

1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
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1743 N OCEAN AVE 4.9 miles

1743 N OCEAN AVE
MEDFORD, NY 11763
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1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D 4.9 miles

1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D
MEDFORD, NY 11763
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3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 5.2 miles

3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY
RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
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1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 5.2 miles

1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
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1850 ROUTE 112 5.3 miles

1850 ROUTE 112
CORAM, NY 11727
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1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor 5.3 miles

1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
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2 BROOKSITE DR 5.5 miles

2 BROOKSITE DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
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4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 5.5 miles

4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
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82 12TH AVE 5.6 miles

82 12TH AVE
HOLTSVILLE, NY 11742
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5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314 5.6 miles

5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314
PORT JEFFERSON STATI, NY 11776
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37 BEACH AVE 5.9 miles

37 BEACH AVE
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
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1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1 5.9 miles

1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
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17 HOWARD DR 6.2 miles

17 HOWARD DR
CORAM, NY 11727
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1647 ROUTE 112 6.4 miles

1647 ROUTE 112
MEDFORD, NY 11763
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4830 SUNRISE HWY 7.0 miles

4830 SUNRISE HWY
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
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490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 7.0 miles

490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190
Hauppauge, NY 11788
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1 KINGS HWY 7.1 miles

1 KINGS HWY
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
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570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J 7.2 miles

570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J
Medford, NY 11763
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606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD 7.7 miles

606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953
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47 MOREWOOD DR 7.7 miles

47 MOREWOOD DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
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146 WILLOW WOOD DR 8.1 miles

146 WILLOW WOOD DR
OAKDALE, NY 11769
Categories: OAKDALE NY

475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL 8.2 miles

475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
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Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su 8.3 miles

Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su
East Patchogue, NY 11772
Categories: East Patchogue NY

18 TERRELL ST 8.4 miles

18 TERRELL ST
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Categories: PATCHOGUE NY

765 ROUTE 25A 8.4 miles

765 ROUTE 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Categories: MILLER PLACE NY

160 MIDDLE RD 8.5 miles

160 MIDDLE RD
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
Categories: SAYVILLE NY

The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 8.8 miles

The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway
West Sayville, NY 11796
Categories: West Sayville NY

333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D 9.3 miles

333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
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2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 9.7 miles

2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200
COMMACK, NY 11725
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2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 9.7 miles

2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102
Commack, NY 11725
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6277 JERICHO TPKE 10.2 miles

6277 JERICHO TPKE
COMMACK, NY 11725
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10A KEMP CT 10.3 miles

10A KEMP CT
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
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649 COMMACK RD 10.5 miles

649 COMMACK RD
COMMACK, NY 11725
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8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D, 11.2 miles

8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D,
Bay Shore, NY 11706
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41 BRENTWOOD RD 11.4 miles

41 BRENTWOOD RD
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
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9 HOWELLS RD 12.1 miles

9 HOWELLS RD
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
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57 E MAIN ST 12.1 miles

57 E MAIN ST
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
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320 LAUREL RD 12.6 miles

320 LAUREL RD
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
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onsite for POH only
Brightwaters, NY 11718
Categories: Brightwaters NY

1940 DEER PARK AVE 13.7 miles

1940 DEER PARK AVE
DEER PARK, NY 11729
Categories: DEER PARK NY

1350 Deer Park Ave, 14.2 miles

1350 Deer Park Ave,
North Babylon, NY 11703
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On Site Only 14.6 miles

On Site Only
West Islip, NY 11795
Categories: West Islip NY

41 VERONICA LN 14.9 miles

41 VERONICA LN
NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703
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6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8 15.1 miles

6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8
Wading River, NY 11792
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175 E Main Street Suite 105, 15.8 miles

175 E Main Street Suite 105,
Huntington, NY 11743
Categories: Huntington NY

625 MAIN ST 15.9 miles

625 MAIN ST
CENTER MORICHES, NY 11934
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617 A MONTAUK HWY 16.0 miles

617 A MONTAUK HWY
CENTER MORICHES, NY 11934
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142 RALPH AVE 16.2 miles

142 RALPH AVE
BABYLON, NY 11702
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21 E 23RD ST 16.3 miles

21 E 23RD ST
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
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1445 NEW YORK AVE 16.3 miles

1445 NEW YORK AVE
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
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315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 16.6 miles

315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
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PO Box 1693 16.7 miles

PO Box 1693
West Babylon, NY 11704
Categories: West Babylon NY

On Site Only 16.7 miles

On Site Only
Babylon, NY 11702
Categories: Babylon NY

2 CEDARTREE LN 16.7 miles

2 CEDARTREE LN
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
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500 West Main Street, 17.2 miles

500 West Main Street,
Babylon, NY 11702
Categories: Babylon NY

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656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
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910 ROUTE 109 18.5 miles

910 ROUTE 109
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
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184 S 1ST ST 18.6 miles

184 S 1ST ST
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
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21 EASTPORT MANOR RD 19.2 miles

21 EASTPORT MANOR RD
EASTPORT, NY 11941
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51 Walnut Ave E 19.4 miles

51 Walnut Ave E
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Categories: Farmingdale NY

4 MIRIAM LN 19.8 miles

4 MIRIAM LN
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
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1117 OLD COUNTRY RD
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
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100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 20.2 miles

100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
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146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 20.2 miles

146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101
Plainview, NY 11803
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4 ROBIN CT 20.3 miles

4 ROBIN CT
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
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618 Broadway 20.4 miles

618 Broadway
Amityville, NY 11701
Categories: Amityville NY

365 BROADWAY 20.5 miles

365 BROADWAY
AMITYVILLE, NY 11701
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87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 21.0 miles

87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1
SYOSSET, NY 11791
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4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 21.2 miles

4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
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74 Commerce Drive, Suite 2 21.3 miles

74 Commerce Drive, Suite 2
Riverhead, NY 11901
Categories: Riverhead NY

47 COMMERCE AVE 21.4 miles

47 COMMERCE AVE
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
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555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1, 21.6 miles

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1,
Stratford, CT 6615
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161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751
STRATFORD, CT 6615
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60 WATSON BLVD 21.8 miles

60 WATSON BLVD
STRATFORD, CT 6615
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180 10TH ST 21.8 miles

180 10TH ST
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
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4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 21.9 miles

4276 Hempstead Turnpike,
Bethpage, NY 11714
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4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
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4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 22.3 miles

4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
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100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 22.7 miles

100 E OLD COUNTRY RD
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
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501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103 22.7 miles

501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103
FAIRFIELD, CT 6825
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55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 22.8 miles

55 E OLD COUNTRY RD
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
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120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 23.0 miles

120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
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887 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE C 23.0 miles

887 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE C
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
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230 W MAIN ST 23.0 miles

230 W MAIN ST
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
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226 MILL HILL AVE 23.1 miles

226 MILL HILL AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
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3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 23.5 miles

3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
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1040 BARNUM AVE 23.6 miles

1040 BARNUM AVE
STRATFORD, CT 6614
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1918 Black Rock Turnpike 23.6 miles

1918 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 6825
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3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 23.7 miles

3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
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877 E MAIN ST 23.9 miles

877 E MAIN ST
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
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170 OLD COUNTRY RD 24.0 miles

170 OLD COUNTRY RD
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
Categories: RIVERHEAD NY

1228 E Main St 24.0 miles

1228 E Main St
Riverhead, NY 11901
Categories: Riverhead NY

3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 24.1 miles

3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
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161 BOSTON AVE 24.2 miles

161 BOSTON AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
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1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 24.5 miles

1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102
WANTAGH, NY 11793
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484 POST RD 24.6 miles

484 POST RD
DARIEN, CT 6820
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557 Post Rd,
Darien, CT 6820
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232 BOSTON POST RD 24.8 miles

232 BOSTON POST RD
MILFORD, CT 6460
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13 LAFAYETTE ST 25.0 miles

13 LAFAYETTE ST
MILFORD, CT 6460
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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

Comprehensive Guide to Hair Follicle Drug Testing

Hair follicle drug testing is a sophisticated technique used to detect both illicit drug use and the misuse of prescription drugs over an extended period. This method of testing is favored for its ability to provide a detailed drug use history far beyond the capability of standard urine tests, which only capture drug use within days of consumption.

Understanding Hair Follicle Drug Testing

During a hair follicle drug test, a small sample of hair is collected, usually from the head. This sample is then analyzed to detect drug molecules and their metabolites that have been deposited into the hair from the bloodstream. Drugs that can be detected include but are not limited to cannabis, cocaine, opiates, and methamphetamine.

Key Applications

  • Workplace Compliance: Employers often implement hair follicle testing to maintain a drug-free work environment, especially in industries where safety is paramount.
  • Legal Evidence: In the legal arena, these tests can provide compelling evidence in cases such as custody disputes or driving under the influence (DUI) incidents.
  • Substance Abuse Monitoring: Rehabilitation centers may utilize hair tests to monitor individuals over time, ensuring adherence to treatment programs.

Benefits of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  1. Extended Window of Detection: Unlike other tests, hair follicle testing can detect drug use up to 90 days back, offering a long-range view into an individual's drug history.
  2. Low Risk of Tampering: Since hair samples are collected directly and observed, the risk of sample tampering is significantly reduced compared to other forms of testing.
  3. Less Invasive: Collecting hair is far less intrusive compared to blood tests, making it more comfortable for the individual being tested.

Limitations to Consider

Despite its advantages, hair follicle testing isn't without its challenges:

  • Rate of Hair Growth: Variations in hair growth rates can affect the detection period, slightly complicating the interpretation of results.
  • Environmental Contamination: In rare cases, drugs can be externally deposited onto the hair, although rigorous washing protocols before testing help mitigate this issue.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: The need for a hair sample can pose dilemmas for individuals with cultural or religious practices affecting their hair.

Hair follicle drug testing stands out as a reliable method for analyzing long-term drug use. Its application spans various fields from corporate environments to legal settings, making it an indispensable tool for ensuring safety and compliance with drug policies.

Local Area Info: Centereach, New York

The hamlet of Centereach was first called West Middle Island, but primarily became known as New Village until the early 20th century. When it was discovered that another town shared the same name in Upstate New York, the name was changed to Centereach in 1916. The name Centereach reflects the centrality of the hamlet's location on Long Island, literally meaning "center reached".

Centereach, historically a working-class area, has experienced a construction boom in the past decade. As of 2009, the median home price was $335,000. New construction in the Centereach area has resulted in an influx of residents with a higher median income.

As of the census of 2000, there were 27,285 people, 8,176 households, and 6,998 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 3,429.4 per square mile (1,323.5/km²). There were 8,329 housing units at an average density of 1,046.8/sq mi (404.0/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 75.36% White, Hispanic or Latino of any race were 14.08%, 4.98% African American, 0.18% Native American, 2.17% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 1.36% from other races, and 1.42% from two or more races.

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Population (male): 15,411

Population (female): 16,167

Median Age: 38.1 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,949.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Centereach: 151.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 5.5%

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (30.2%), Irish (9.2%), American (6.3%), German (6.1%), Polish (2.6%), Portuguese (1.7%).

Population Density:

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