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Below is the policy used in New York State to determine if a specimen meets the criteria for testing at the state laboratory. CRITERIA FOR WADSWORTH TESTING FOR ANTHRAX OF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIMENS OCTOBER 16, 2001 Situations in which there is not human illness: Is there a plausible threat? YES NO *
Three zipper-lock bags per specimen Biohazard label One-gallon paint can with lid, or a small plastic container with a secure lid Procedure for Packaging With the appropriate precautions, place the suspected environmental material in the zipper-lock bag and seal completely. Place the zipper-lock
Most EMS agencies have developed procedures that not only cover anthrax and other biological emergencies but also include chemical and radiological emergencies.
