Body TEST SPECIMEN COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS TRANSPORT Mycology Primary Specimen Abscess Clean abscess surface with sterile saline or 70% alcohol. Collect fluid/abscess material into clean tube and swab in Modified Amies Clear media (available at lab). Fluid or abscess material is preferred over swab. Room temperature (15-30°C) within 72 hours CSF Collect...

Body TEST NAME Respiratory Pathogen Panel DEPARTMENT VIRO TESTS V20 DESCRIPTION For detection and identification of multiple respiratory viral and bacterial nucleic acids. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: NP Swab CONTAINER: UTM or VTM transport vial. COLLECTION: See virology specimen collection guide for details. TRANSPORT CONDITIONS: Refrigerated (2-8°C): Transport to laboratory as soon... Links in this section relate to Body

Body TEST NAME Norovirus GI/GII PCR DEPARTMENT VIRO TESTS V11 DESCRIPTION For primary diagnosis of acute Norovirus infection. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Stool, unpreserved CONTAINER: Sterile screw cap container COLLECTION: Contact Orange County Public Health Communicable Disease Control Division at (714) 834-8180 for testing approval prior to submission. Collect stool in a...

Body TEST NAME Mumps PCR DEPARTMENT VIRO TESTS V12 DESCRIPTION For primary diagnosis of acute Mumps infection SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Buccal Swab CONTAINER: UTM or VTM transport vial COLLECTION: Contact Orange County Public Health Communicable Disease Control Division at (714) 834-8180 for testing approval prior to submission. See virology specimen collection...

Body TEST NAME Campylobacter Culture DEPARTMENT BACT TESTS B7 DESCRIPTION Screening procedure for isolation and identification of Campylobacter sp. utilizing conventional biochemical and matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time of resolution (MALDI-TOF) techniques. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Stool CONTAINER: Stool transport bottles (Para Pak C&S), GN Broth or Rectal Swab Note: Buffered Glycerol...

Body The flu or influenza is a serious disease. It’s more than just a runny nose and sore throat. The flu can make you very sick and cause you to go to the hospital or even lead to death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone 6... Links in this section relate to Body

Body The Health Care Agency - Behavioral Health Services formed the Cultural Competency Committee (now called the Behavioral Health Equity Committee or (BHEC)) in 2016, which includes members from the community and county that also represent or serve persons from the diverse ethnic and cultural groups in Orange County. The Behavioral...

Body Latest Updates Information for the General Public What is mpox? What are the symptoms of mpox? How can mpox spread? Are young children at risk for mpox? What do you need to know about mpox if you are a teen or young adult? What if I am concerned I may... Links in this section relate to Body

Body How to Obtain a Temporary Food Facility Permit for your Event Be sure to watch this short video if this is your first time applying for a Permit. NEW - Apply* for a Temporary Food Facility Permit online! *Applications submitted less than 14 calendar days prior to the start of... Links in this section relate to Body

Body What is a Grievance? A member's expressed dissatisfaction to the Behavioral Health Plan (BHP) or any provider about any matter having to do with the provision of Medi-Cal Specialty Mental Health Services; or, through the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System. The expressed dissatisfaction is defined as a grievance, whether or...