Hamilton, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 7,764. >Population change since 2000: -6.6%

Population (male): 3,815

Population (female): 3,949

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Hamilton: 151.1 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall):

Poverty (breakdown):

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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)

Blood Lab Tests

Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Hamilton, MA

Accredited Drug Testing in Hamilton, Massachusetts provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Hamilton, MA testing locations for medical and personal testing purposes for health, prevention and early detection of diseases. Patients can directly schedule a laboratory test including blood and urinalysis at multiple laboratory/blood testing centers in Hamilton, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Hamilton, MA area are within minutes of your home or office.

194 NORTH ST 4.2 miles

194 NORTH ST
DANVERS, MA 1923
Categories: DANVERS MA

140 Commonwealth Ave, 5.0 miles

140 Commonwealth Ave,
Danvers, MA 1923
Categories: Danvers MA

229 Andover Street 5.5 miles

229 Andover Street
Peabody, MA 1960
Categories: Peabody MA

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 6.8 miles

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL
PEABODY, MA 1960
Categories: PEABODY MA

271 WESTERN AVE STE102 9.3 miles

271 WESTERN AVE STE102
LYNN, MA 1904
Categories: LYNN MA

371 BROADWAY 10.6 miles

371 BROADWAY
SAUGUS, MA 1906
Categories: SAUGUS MA

17 MAIN ST APT 2A 11.7 miles

17 MAIN ST APT 2A
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
Categories: WAKEFIELD MA

On-site only 12.1 miles

On-site only
Wakefield, MA 1880
Categories: Wakefield MA

16 Main Street 13.5 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

52 BOW ST 13.6 miles

52 BOW ST
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

138 Haverhill St, 13.9 miles

138 Haverhill St,
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

66B CONCORD ST 14.4 miles

66B CONCORD ST
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
Categories: WILMINGTON MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 14.4 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 14.6 miles

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 14.6 miles

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400
Woburn, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn MA

200 SUTTON ST STE 135 14.6 miles

200 SUTTON ST STE 135
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
Categories: NORTH ANDOVER MA

P.O. Box 546 14.7 miles

P.O. Box 546
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

215 SUMMER ST STE 14 15.1 miles

215 SUMMER ST STE 14
HAVERHILL, MA 1830
Categories: HAVERHILL MA

1 GENERAL ST 15.4 miles

1 GENERAL ST
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
Categories: LAWRENCE MA

296 Main Street 15.7 miles

296 Main Street
Haverhill, MA 1830
Categories: Haverhill MA

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 15.9 miles

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

219 CENTRE ST 16.0 miles

219 CENTRE ST
MALDEN, MA 2148
Categories: MALDEN MA

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 16.0 miles

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

52 CREST AVE STE 7A 16.1 miles

52 CREST AVE STE 7A
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

POH on-site only 16.2 miles

POH on-site only
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

Onsite Only 16.2 miles

Onsite Only
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn Ma MA

156 SAINT ANDREW RD 16.6 miles

156 SAINT ANDREW RD
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

20 S BORDER RD 16.8 miles

20 S BORDER RD
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2 16.9 miles

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

24 MORRILL PL 16.9 miles

24 MORRILL PL
AMESBURY, MA 1913
Categories: AMESBURY MA

60 EAST ST STE 1400 16.9 miles

60 EAST ST STE 1400
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

101 STATION LNDG 17.4 miles

101 STATION LNDG
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

92 HIGH ST 17.6 miles

92 HIGH ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

37 MANNING ST 17.8 miles

37 MANNING ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

1 HARBORSIDE DR 17.8 miles

1 HARBORSIDE DR
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

5 MIDDLESEX AVE 18.1 miles

5 MIDDLESEX AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

1 Branch St, 18.4 miles

1 Branch St,
Methuen, MA 1844
Categories: Methuen MA

48 HAMILTON AVE 18.8 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

10 CAMBRIA ST 19.0 miles

10 CAMBRIA ST
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

16 WESTWOOD RD 19.1 miles

16 WESTWOOD RD
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 19.3 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 19.4 miles

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107
BOSTON, MA 2114
Categories: BOSTON MA

345 MAIN ST 19.5 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

101 ARCH ST STE 20 19.7 miles

101 ARCH ST STE 20
BOSTON, MA 2110
Categories: BOSTON MA

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 19.7 miles

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 19.8 miles

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

510 BOSTON RD 19.8 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

12 EVERETT ST 19.9 miles

12 EVERETT ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

601 Concord Ave 20.3 miles

601 Concord Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
Categories: Cambridge MA

Onsite Only #1 20.4 miles

Onsite Only #1
Cambridge, MA 2139
Categories: Cambridge MA

700 Rogers Street, 20.5 miles

700 Rogers Street,
Lowell, MA 1854
Categories: Lowell MA

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 20.5 miles

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

289 Main St, 20.7 miles

289 Main St,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 20.9 miles

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1,
Billerica, MA 1862
Categories: Billerica MA

35 BEDFORD ST 20.9 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

58 BEDFORD ST 20.9 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

114 WESTERN AVE 21.0 miles

114 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

124 WESTERN AVE 21.0 miles

124 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 21.3 miles

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67
BOSTON, MA 2118
Categories: BOSTON MA

41 CARLETON RD 21.4 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

1 HOSPITAL DR 21.6 miles

1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA 1852
Categories: LOWELL MA

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 21.7 miles

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

159 N BROADWAY 21.7 miles

159 N BROADWAY
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 21.8 miles

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D,
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

319 Longwood Ave, 21.9 miles

319 Longwood Ave,
Boston, MA 2115
Categories: Boston MA

31 STILES RD STE 1300 22.0 miles

31 STILES RD STE 1300
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

1285 Beacon St 22.0 miles

1285 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 22.0 miles

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 22.1 miles

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

358 HARVARD ST 22.1 miles

358 HARVARD ST
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
Categories: BROOKLINE MA

376 Arsenal Street 22.2 miles

376 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 2472
Categories: Watertown MA

125 PARKER HILL AVE 22.4 miles

125 PARKER HILL AVE
BOSTON, MA 2120
Categories: BOSTON MA

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 22.6 miles

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL
BRIGHTON, MA 2135
Categories: BRIGHTON MA

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 22.8 miles

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350
BEVERLY, MA 1915
Categories: BEVERLY MA

380 LAFAYETTE RD 23.0 miles

380 LAFAYETTE RD
HAMPTON, NH 3842
Categories: HAMPTON NH

49 RANGE RD STE 101 23.8 miles

49 RANGE RD STE 101
WINDHAM, NH 3087
Categories: WINDHAM NH

39 Village Square, 24.0 miles

39 Village Square,
Chelmsford, MA 1824
Categories: Chelmsford MA

7 WESTRIDGE DR 24.1 miles

7 WESTRIDGE DR
HAMPTON, NH 3842
Categories: HAMPTON NH

2100 DORCHESTER AVE 24.6 miles

2100 DORCHESTER AVE
DORCHESTER, MA 2124
Categories: DORCHESTER MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 24.8 miles

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
Categories: NORTH CHELMSFORD MA

1030 MAIN ST 24.9 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

9 HOPE AVE 25.0 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.

Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Hamilton, MA Include:

  • Lipid/Cholesterol Test
  • STD Testing
  • Diabetes Testing
  • Thyroid Testing
  • Hemoglobin A1C Testing
  • Complete Blood Count (CBC) Testing
  • Hepatitis Testing
  • Basic Metabolic Testing
  • Liver Function Testing
  • Hormone Testing

** Patients who have high insurance deductibles, co-pays or do not have insurance can access important health and wellness testing by scheduling/Ordering a confidential clinical test through Accredited Drug Testing By Phone or On-line.

The process to schedule a lab/blood test in Hamilton, Massachusetts is fast and easy!

Step 1: Schedule/Order your test online at www.accrediteddrugtesting.com/lab-test-order or call our scheduling department at 800-221-4291. You do not need to visit a doctor to order a test.

Step 2: Provide confidential and secure patient information including the type of test, zip code of the location area you would like to take the test, make payment and you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing center. Same day service is available. Your test registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.

Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our national CLIA and FDA certified laboratories (Quest/ LabCorp) your results will be sent through a confidential, secure and encrypted portal to the email address that you provided. In the event that the test is non-negative, abnormal or other circumstances, a consultation with the referring physician is available.

Blood Testing Hamilton, Massachusetts

A blood test performed in Hamilton, MA is a laboratory analysis performed on a blood sample that is usually extracted from a vein in the arm using a hypodermic needle, or via fingerprick. Multiple tests for specific blood components, such as a glucose test or a cholesterol test, are often grouped together into one test panel called a blood panel or blood work. Blood tests are often used in health care to determine physiological and biochemical states, such as disease, mineral content, pharmaceutical drug effectiveness, and organ function. Typical clinical blood panels include a basic metabolic panel or a complete blood count. Blood tests are also used in drug tests to detect drug abuse.

A basic metabolic panel measures sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), magnesium, creatinine, glucose, and sometimes calcium. Tests that focus on cholesterol levels can determine LDL and HDL cholesterol levels, as well as triglyceride levels.

Some tests, such as those that measure glucose or a lipid profile, require fasting (or no food consumption) eight to twelve hours prior to the drawing of the blood sample.

For the majority of tests, blood is usually obtained from the patient's vein. Other specialized tests, such as the arterial blood gas test, require blood extracted from an artery. Blood gas analysis of arterial blood is primarily used to monitor carbon dioxide and oxygen levels related to pulmonary function, but is also used to measure blood pH and bicarbonate levels for certain metabolic conditions.[While the regular glucose test is taken at a certain point in time, the glucose tolerance test involves repeated testing to determine the rate at which glucose is processed by the body.

Laboratory Testing In Hamilton, Massachusetts

Our laboratory testing locations in Hamilton, MA provide a wide range of certified laboratory test analysis. Some test results can be affected by certain foods and medications. For this reason, people may be asked to not eat or drink for several hours before a laboratory test or to delay taking medications until after the test.

Common Lab Tests Performed at our Hamilton, Massachusetts Testing Facilities Include:

  • Complete Blood Count. This test, also known as a CBC, is the most common blood test performed.
  • Prothrombin Time. Also known as PT and Pro Time, this test measures how long it takes blood to clot.
  • Basic Metabolic Panel.
  • Comprehensive Metabolic Panel.
  • Lipid Panel.
  • Liver Panel.
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone.
  • Hemoglobin A1C.

All laboratory testing that is performed on humans in the United States (except testing done in clinical trials and other types of human research) is regulated through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), which were passed by Congress in 1988. The CLIA laboratory certification program is administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in conjunction with the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CLIA ensures that laboratory staff are appropriately trained and supervised and that testing laboratories have quality control programs in place so that test results are accurate and reliable.

STD Testing Hamilton, Massachusetts

Our local Hamilton, Massachusetts STD testing centers provide multiple STD tests for individuals who may have been exposed to or showing symptoms of an STD. Millions of Americans have some form of an STD and our testing is provided in a confidential manner. STD tests may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel test which includes several STD tests. STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.

STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.

STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year.

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

Laboratory Blood Testing: An Essential Overview

Laboratory blood testing is a fundamental tool in medical diagnostics, offering critical insights into the physiological and pathological conditions of the body. These tests are commonly used to evaluate health, diagnose diseases, and monitor medical treatments. This overview highlights the importance, common types of blood tests, and what individuals can expect during the testing process.

Importance of Blood Testing

Blood tests are vital for early detection and management of diseases. They help in assessing the functioning of various organs such as the liver, kidneys, and thyroid, and are essential in diagnosing conditions like diabetes, anemia, and heart disease. Regular blood testing can aid in the early detection of health issues, allowing for timely intervention.

Common Types of Blood Tests

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC): Measures the levels of various blood cells like red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. This test is crucial for diagnosing conditions such as anemia and infections.
  • Blood Chemistry Panels: Includes tests such as liver panels, kidney panels, and electrolyte testing which assess the functionality of these organs and electrolyte balance.
  • Lipid Panel: Used to determine the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, important for assessing heart disease risk.
  • Blood Glucose Tests: Measures blood sugar levels to manage and diagnose diabetes.
  • Coagulation Panel: Assesses blood clotting ability and can help diagnose clotting disorders or monitor blood thinning medications.

What to Expect During a Blood Test

  1. Preparation: Some tests require fasting or other specific conditions before sample collection. It's important to follow all preparatory instructions provided by the healthcare provider.
  2. Collection Process: A healthcare professional will draw blood, usually from a vein in the arm, using a small needle. The process is quick and causes minimal discomfort.
  3. Results: The time to receive test results can vary depending on the type of test. Results are typically available within a few days and will be discussed with the healthcare provider to interpret what they mean for the individual’s health.

Benefits of Regular Blood Testing

Regular blood testing provides numerous benefits:

  • Health Monitoring: Helps track health changes over time, providing insights into how lifestyle, diet, and age affect body functions.
  • Disease Management: Essential for managing chronic conditions, allowing adjustments in treatment plans based on test results.
  • Preventive Care: Identifies risk factors early, enabling preventive measures to be taken before the onset of more serious conditions.

Laboratory blood testing is a key component in healthcare management, playing a crucial role in diagnosing, monitoring, and preventing diseases. Understanding the types and purposes of various blood tests can help individuals actively participate in their healthcare decisions.

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Local Area Info: Hamilton, Massachusetts

Hamilton is a rural-suburban town in the eastern central portion of Essex County in eastern Massachusetts, United States. At the 2010 census, it had a population of 7,764. Currently the town has no manufacturing industry and no industrially-zoned land.

Its location on the North Shore of Massachusetts provides easy access to the Atlantic seashore with its reservations, beaches and boating. The town includes many historic houses, pastoral landscapes, and old stone walls that accompany winding tree-lined roads. It also has a rich equestrian heritage, which remains strong due to the influence of the many horse farms and of Myopia Hunt Club, which holds frequent equestrian events, including polo most Sunday afternoons. (Myopia also hosts a Thanksgiving Day fox hunt each year that the public may attend.) Thus, people visiting Hamilton may well share the secondary roads with horse and pony riders.

Hamilton is closely tied to neighboring Wenham, sharing a school system, library, recreation department, commuter rail station and newspaper. In 2010, the community of Hamilton-Wenham was listed among the "Best Places to Live" by Boston Magazine.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 7,764. >Population change since 2000: -6.6%

Population (male): 3,815

Population (female): 3,949

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Hamilton: 151.1 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall):

Poverty (breakdown):

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