Contact your local health department or IDPH regional office for testing criteria. IDPH will process emergency sample requests following main breaks, main repairs or boil orders. Water samples must be collected in laboratory containers appropriate for the analysis requested. These containers are available from all laboratories, regional offices and most local health departments. All food samples must be submitted through local health departments, IDPH regional offices, or local or state municipalities.
Special requests require prior consultation with the laboratory.
Chemical tampering investigations should be coordinated through local law enforcement agencies or the IDPH Division of Food, Drugs and Dairies. Prior consultation with the laboratory is required. Most metals available, contact laboratory for specific availability. Spr 14 Volatile organic cpds. Analysis for lead in paint chips, wipes, soil and air filters is routine.