Infectious Disease Laboratory
The Infectious Disease Laboratory, a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) - certified facility, occupies approximately 10,200 square feet of laboratory
space and is composed of three laboratory units;
Microbiology
Molecular Epidemiology
Virology/Serology
Clinical laboratories in the State are required to submit specific microbial isolates, allowing MDH laboratory to provide surveillance, reference, and diagnostic testing services that are generally not otherwise available in the State. In addition, the Infectious Disease Laboratory is prepared to respond to emergencies and outbreaks that threaten the public’s health, utilizing some of the most current methodologies and equipment available.
Laboratory Influenza Information
Infectious Disease Laboratory Guide To Services
Clinical Resources
- Infectious Disease Laboratory Contact Telephone Numbers
- Fee Sticker FAQ
- Forms
- MDH CLIA Certificate of Compliance (PDF: 132KB/1page)
- Packing and Shipping Information
- Infectious Disease Reporting

