Sparks, NV Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 49,974

Median Age: 40.3 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,028.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.3%

Elevation: 4410 feet

Land Area: 23.9 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 89434, 89442

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $58,961 (it was $45,745 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $31,254 (it was $21,122 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $305,800 (it was $138,900 in 2000) Sparks:$305,800NV:$258,200

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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)

In Home Drug Testing

In-Home Drug Testing Sparks, NV

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Sparks, NV for employers that need On The Job Testing, In-Home Personal Use or for Family Testing Purposes. Our in-home/self-administered rapid drug testing options are a cost-effective alternative when needing to test an employee, individual, or family member when visiting a testing center is not convenient and you are in need of a reliable rapid baseline result. Call us today to order your instant testing devices or simply place your order below. All instant testing devices are FDA approved. The initial screen is used as an initial screening and it is recommended that all positive results should be confirmed by a certified laboratory. All Negative results are conclusive.

Instant Test Products

5panel Instant

5 Panel Rapid Result

Our 5 panel rapid results is the most common urine drug test utilized for baseline testing. This drug test screens for the most commonly abused "street" drugs and is the most common utilized by employers and individuals.

5 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

10panel Instant

10 Panel Rapid Result

The 10-panel rapid results drug testing cup is a rapid test for the detection of the commonly abused "street" drug and prescription medication. The 10 panel is utilized by employers and individuals when they are in need of a more comprehensive result than the 5-panel drug test.

10 panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCA)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

12panel Instant

12 Panel Rapid Result

The 12-panel rapid results drug test screens for the presence of 12 different metabolites to provide simple, fast and accurate results. This test is often used for comprehensive testing that must include additional drugs not screened for in the 10-panel rapid test.

12 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

14 Panel

14 Panel Rapid Result

The 14-panel rapid results drug test is currently the most comprehensive instant drug test available. This rapid test will provide you with a broad range of drug metabolites to ensure the most comprehensive in-home drug test result.

14 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone
  • Tricyclic Anti-Depressants,
  • EDDP

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, EDDP, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

Additional Screening Options

Weed Instant

Marijuana Only (THC) Instant
This single dip rapid result test screens for the presence of THC metabolites. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
50 ng/mL cutoff level

Weed Instant

Nicotine (Cotinine) Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of nicotine and cotinine metabolites in urine. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
Cotinine 200ng/ml cutoff level

Weed Instant

ETG Alcohol Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of alcohol metabolite (ETG) for up to 80 hours of consumption. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
500 ng/mL cut-off level

Don't see your single drug test? Accredited Drug Testing also offers the following single panel drug test screening options for:

  • Cocaine (COC)
  • Marijuana (THC)
  • Amphetamine (AMP)
  • Methamphetamine (mAMP)
  • Opiates (OPI)
  • Oxycodone (OXY)
  • Benzodiazepines (BZO)
  • Barbiturates (BAR)
  • Buprenorphine (BUP)
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • MDMA-Ecstasy
  • Methadone (MTD)
  • Tramadol (TRM)
  • Fentanyl (FEN)*
  • K2 Spice (Synthetic Marijuana)*

If you are in need of a laboratory-analyzed drug or alcohol test, please find listed below our Sparks, NV testing locations.

255 GLENDALE AVE STE 12 0.6 miles

255 GLENDALE AVE STE 12
SPARKS, NV 89431
Categories: SPARKS NV

82 E GLENDALE AVE 0.8 miles

82 E GLENDALE AVE
SPARKS, NV 89431
Categories: SPARKS NV

2205 GLENDALE AVE STE 131 1.2 miles

2205 GLENDALE AVE STE 131
SPARKS, NV 89431
Categories: SPARKS NV

610 S ROCK BLVD STE 105 1.8 miles

610 S ROCK BLVD STE 105
SPARKS, NV 89431
Categories: SPARKS NV

1335 BARING BLVD 2.3 miles

1335 BARING BLVD
SPARKS, NV 89434
Categories: SPARKS NV

1155 Mill St 2.4 miles

1155 Mill St
Reno, NV 89502
Categories: Reno NV

890 MILL ST, STE 105 2.5 miles

890 MILL ST, STE 105
RENO, NV 89502
Categories: RENO NV

890 MILL ST, STE 302 2.5 miles

890 MILL ST, STE 302
RENO, NV 89502
Categories: RENO NV

975 Ryland St 2.6 miles

975 Ryland St
Reno, NV 89502
Categories: Reno NV

910 Vista Blvd 2.7 miles

910 Vista Blvd
Sparks, NV 89434
Categories: Sparks NV

780 VISTA BLVD, STE 600 2.7 miles

780 VISTA BLVD, STE 600
SPARKS, NV 89434
Categories: SPARKS NV

2375 E PRATER WAY 3.0 miles

2375 E PRATER WAY
SPARKS, NV 89434
Categories: SPARKS NV

2470 WRONDEL WAY 3.3 miles

2470 WRONDEL WAY
RENO, NV 89502
Categories: RENO NV

202 Los Altos Pkwy 3.5 miles

202 Los Altos Pkwy
Sparks, NV 89436
Categories: Sparks NV

343 ELM ST, STE 309 3.6 miles

343 ELM ST, STE 309
RENO, NV 89503
Categories: RENO NV

390 E MOANA LN STE 2 3.6 miles

390 E MOANA LN STE 2
RENO, NV 89502
Categories: RENO NV

532 W 2ND ST 3.7 miles

532 W 2ND ST
RENO, NV 89503
Categories: RENO NV

3400 KAUAI CT STE 108 4.1 miles

3400 KAUAI CT STE 108
RENO, NV 89509
Categories: RENO NV

6502 S MCCARRAN BLVD, STE A 4.7 miles

6502 S MCCARRAN BLVD, STE A
RENO, NV 89509
Categories: RENO NV

6410 S VIRGINIA ST 4.9 miles

6410 S VIRGINIA ST
RENO, NV 89511
Categories: RENO NV

420 USA Pkwy Ste 106 5.5 miles

420 USA Pkwy Ste 106
Sparks, NV 89434
Categories: Sparks NV

4791 Summit Ridge Dr 5.7 miles

4791 Summit Ridge Dr
Reno, NV 89523
Categories: Reno NV

1075 N HILLS BLVD STE 180 7.3 miles

1075 N HILLS BLVD STE 180
RENO, NV 89506
Categories: RENO NV

15 MCCABE DR, STE 103 7.5 miles

15 MCCABE DR, STE 103
RENO, NV 89511
Categories: RENO NV

15 McCabe Ct Ste 100 7.5 miles

15 McCabe Ct Ste 100
Reno, NV 89511
Categories: Reno NV

197 DAMONTE RANCH PKWY STE A-B 8.0 miles

197 DAMONTE RANCH PKWY STE A-B
RENO, NV 89521
Categories: RENO NV

595 GEIGER GRADE RD 9.3 miles

595 GEIGER GRADE RD
RENO, NV 89521
Categories: RENO NV

18124 WEDGE PKWY Ste 2005 9.7 miles

18124 WEDGE PKWY Ste 2005
RENO, NV 89511
Categories: RENO NV

197 Damonte Pkwy Ste A-B 10.8 miles

197 Damonte Pkwy Ste A-B
Reno, NV 89521
Categories: Reno NV

926 INCLINE WAY, STE 105 22.4 miles

926 INCLINE WAY, STE 105
INCLINE VILLAGE, NV 89451
Categories: INCLINE VILLAGE NV

3488 GONI RD STE 141 23.8 miles

3488 GONI RD STE 141
CARSON CITY, NV 89706
Categories: CARSON CITY NV

2874 N Carson St Ste 125, 24.2 miles

2874 N Carson St Ste 125,
Carson City, NV 89706
Categories: Carson City NV

2527 N CARSON ST 24.3 miles

2527 N CARSON ST
CARSON CITY, NV 89706
Categories: CARSON CITY NV

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

In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing is a method used by individuals to check for the presence of drugs in the body, typically through urine, saliva, or hair sample tests. This form of testing is commonly employed by parents, employers, and educational institutions who wish to monitor drug use. It can also be useful for individuals monitoring their own recovery from drug addiction or for those who need to ensure a drug-free status for workplace compliance.

Types of In-Home Drug Tests

  • Urine Tests: The most common type, these tests detect drugs and their metabolites in urine. They are known for their ease of use, rapid results, and affordability.
  • Saliva Tests: These involve collecting saliva to detect drug residues. While not as sensitive as urine tests, they are less invasive and can detect drug use within a shorter window after consumption.
  • Hair Follicle Tests: These tests provide a longer detection window, tracing drug use back up to 90 days. However, they are more expensive and require sending a sample to a lab for analysis.

Advantages of In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing kits offer several benefits:

  1. Privacy: Allows testing in a private setting, which can be less stressful for individuals being tested.
  2. Convenience: Tests can be performed at any time and do not require appointments with healthcare providers.
  3. Immediate Results: Most tests provide results within minutes, offering quick insight into drug use.
  4. Cost-Effective: These tests are generally more affordable than testing conducted at medical facilities.

Limitations and Considerations

While in-home drug testing kits are useful, they also have limitations:

  • Accuracy: The accuracy can vary between brands and types of tests. False positives and false negatives can occur, especially if the test kits are not used correctly.
  • Legal Implications: The results from in-home tests might not be admissible in court or in formal employment settings, which often require confirmation from professional labs.
  • Drug Detection Windows: Each drug has a different detection window, and some drugs may not be detectable shortly after use.

Choosing the Right Test

When selecting an in-home drug testing kit, consider the following:

  1. Substances Tested: Ensure the kit can detect the specific drugs you are concerned about.
  2. Sensitivity and Specificity: Look for kits that balance sensitivity (ability to detect drugs at low levels) with specificity (ability to avoid false positives).
  3. User Reviews: Research reviews and feedback to gauge the effectiveness and reliability of different brands and types.

In summary, in-home drug testing can be a valuable tool for maintaining a safe and drug-free environment. However, it is essential to understand its limitations and ensure proper usage to obtain reliable results.

Local Area Info: Sparks, Nevada

Sparks is a city in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. It was founded in 1904 and incorporated on March 15, 1905, and is located just east of Reno. The 2010 U.S. Census Bureau population count was 90,264. It is the fifth most populous city in Nevada. It is named after the late Nevada Governor John Sparks, a member of the Silver Party.

The area that is now Sparks was first inhabited by the Washoe people. Euro-American settlement began in the early 1850s, and the population density remained very low until 1904 when the Southern Pacific Railroad built a switch yard and maintenance sheds there, after moving the division point from Wadsworth. In 1902, The Southern Pacific purchased a large tract of swamp-like land near its newly built railyard, and gave everyone clear deed to a 50' x 140' lot for the grand sum of $1. They also offered to pick up and move — free of charge — every house in Wadsworth and reassemble it in this new town. As the population increased, a city was established, first called Harriman, after E.H. Harriman, president of the Southern Pacific, and then renamed Sparks, after John Sparks, then governor of Nevada.

Sparks remained a small town until the 1950s, when economic growth in Reno triggered a housing boom north of the railroad in the area of Sparks. During the 1970s, the area south of the railroad started to fill up with warehouses and light industry. In 1984, the tower for the Nugget Casino Resort was finished, giving Sparks its first, and currently only, high-rise casino. In 1996, the redevelopment effort of the B Street business district across from the Nugget that started in the early 1980s took a step forward with the opening of a multi-screen movie complex and the construction of a plaza area. This area, now known as Victorian Square, is a pedestrian-friendly district that hosts many open-air events.

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Population (female): 49,974

Median Age: 40.3 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,028.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.3%

Elevation: 4410 feet

Land Area: 23.9 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 89434, 89442

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $58,961 (it was $45,745 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $31,254 (it was $21,122 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $305,800 (it was $138,900 in 2000) Sparks:$305,800NV:$258,200

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