Fundamentals of Public Health Laboratories

Public health laboratories are essential for protecting and improving public health. They do this by performing a broad range of diagnostic tests, providing specialized expertise, collaborating with partners, and supporting public health programs. This basic course provides an overview of the 11 core functions of public health laboratories and explains how these functions are implemented to effectively serve communities. It also examines the similarities and differences between public health laboratories and clinical laboratories, focusing on their respective roles within the public health system.