It is imperative that you press firmly when completing this form for submission with the patient's specimen. A computer-generated report form containing the laboratory findings and pertinent information provided on the submission form. Laboratory test records are retained by Reports and Records for a year after reporting. Records are then forwarded to the State Records Center where they are retained for an additional year before destruction. Duplicate copies of laboratory test reports can be provided upon request from the original submitting clinician.
Proper identification is essential.
All requests for more than five reports must be submitted in writing. 4 All clinicians submitting specimens for testing by the Public Health Laboratory are assigned a Submitter Code. This number is an essential tracking key. Please include this number on the specimen submission form. If you do not know your Submitter Code, contact Reports and Records for assistance with this important requirement.