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Unified State Laboratories: Public Health

Bureau of Microbiology

The Bureau of Microbiology helps the state and local health departments investigate outbreaks and tests for infectious diseases. The Bureau also provides testing for genetic disorders for all newborns in the State of Utah. The Bureau is a member of the Laboratory Response Network and its employees are trained and equipped to identify agents that could be used as biological weapons. The Bureau also serves as a resource and reference laboratory to private laboratories in the state.

Highlights

Bioterrorism Response

Microbiology Sections

Environmental (Water) Microbiology

Pandemic Influenza Preparedness