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Public health laboratories focus on diseases and the health status of population groups. They perform limited diagnostic testing, reference testing, and disease surveillance. They also provide emergency response support, perform applied research, and provide training for laboratory personnel.
These materials provide an overview of public health laboratory core functions and services.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Introduction to Public Health. In: Public Health 101 Series. Atlanta, GA: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, CDC; 2014. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/training/publichealth101/laboratories.html.
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E-learning course – Introduction to Public Health Laboratories
Quick-Learn Lessons take 20 minutes or less to complete. Lessons are also accessible from mobile devices.
Recognizing the Biosafety Levels
Learn how to recognize characteristics of the four biological safety levels.
Recognizing the Biosafety Levels (for CNE)
Take this course if you are a nurse seeking CNE. Learn how to recognize characteristics of the four biological safety levels.
Introduction to Public Health Laboratories Course on CDC TRAIN
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CDC Division of Laboratory Systems
Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service
A Guide to Public Health Careers
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							Last Reviewed:  November 15, 2018						Source: 	National Center for State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce
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