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Advanced Analyses

This section performs a variety of analytical tests, supporting programs within and outside of the DHEC.

Blood Lead Testing: is performed for the DHEC Women and Children Services (WCS) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. The laboratory also tests environmental lead samples (paint, soil, and dust wipes) to assist the health department sanitarians identify the source of lead exposure. The Advanced Analyses Section is accredited for Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Lead Analyses with the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA). AIHA Accreditation number 100621.

Industrial Hygiene Analyses: for SC Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulations (DLLR) Occupational, Safety, and Health Administration (OSHA) program. These analyses help SC DLLR monitor industrial workers exposure to regulated chemicals in the workplace. The Advanced Analyses Section also performs these types of analyses for the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the Department of Transportation (DOT).

Chemical in Biological Fluids Resulting from Exposure to:

• Environmental Agents
• Terrorism Agents