State Hygienic Laboratory - FY2014 Annual Report

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Director's Overview

Office of the Director

Genomics Human Resources Information and Technology Iowa Laboratory Appraisal Program - CLIA Organizational Development Public Policy Research and Development Strategic Communications

Year at a Glance

Administration and Finance

Financial Management Central Accessioning and Receiving Central Services Education and Outreach Facilities Glassware Grants and Contracts Media / Reagent Lab Safety and Security

Disease Control Division

Environmental Microbiology Maternal Prenatal Screening Microbiology Molecular Diagnostics Newborn Screening Serology

Environmental Health Division

Ambient Air Quality Blood Lead Emergency Preparedness FERN Chemistry CAP Gas Chromatography Analysis Industrial Hygiene and Asbestos Inorganic Chemistry Iowa Lakeside Laboratory -
Regents Resource Center Limnology Liquid Chromatography Radiochemistry Radiological Emergency Response Team

Testing Data - Page One Testing Data - Page Two Revenue Expenses
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OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR
The Office of the Director includes eight offices within the State Hygienic Laboratory that provide specialized organizational services across the laboratory. These offices are: Genomics, Human Resources, Information and Technology, Iowa Laboratory Appraisal Program-CLIA, Organizational Development, Public Policy, Research and Development, and Strategic Communications.
Public Policy
The Office of Public Policy strives to provide objective, timely information regarding issues concerning the advancement of the State Hygienic Laboratory’s mission. The office fosters and maintains relationships with government agencies, elected officials and key stakeholders to promote shared understanding and accomplishment. The office tracks legislation pertinent to Iowa’s public health system; provides educational materials to Iowa policymakers through open forums and Hill Day events; and interfaces with state educational professionals, and environment and public health partners.	Major achievements: Represented the Iowa laboratory at the APHL Hill Day and legislative outreach events. Coordinated visits by the Lt. Governor and several state and local policymakers. Served as a liaison at the state Emergency Operating Center.