TEST NAME Bacterial Reference Culture for Identification, Aerobic DEPARTMENT BACT TESTS B4 DESCRIPTION Aerobic bacterial culture identification utilizing conventional aerobic biochemical testing, matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time of resolution (MALDI-TOF), or whole genome sequencing techniques. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Pure culture isolate CONTAINER: Slant tube media preferred, sealed plates acceptable. COLLECTION...
TEST NAME Vibrio Culture DEPARTMENT BACT TESTS B27 DESCRIPTION Screening procedure for the isolation and identification of Vibrio sp. utilizing conventional biochemical, serological, and matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time of resolution (MALDI-TOF) techniques. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Fresh stool CONTAINER: Stool transport bottles (Para-Pak C&S), GN Broth or Rectal Swabs Note...
TEST NAME Mycology Reference Culture Identification (Fungus/Yeast) DEPARTMENT MYCOB TESTS M2 DESCRIPTION A combination of morphologic and biochemical tests is conducted. For dimorphic fungi (Coccidioides, Histoplasma, Blastomyces) and Nocardia/Actinomycete, cultures are sent to CDPH MDL for identification. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Pure culture on mycology slanted media, i.e., SAB or IMA...
TEST NAME Gonorrhea, Reference Culture for Identification DEPARTMENT BACT TESTS B13 DESCRIPTION Neisseria gonorrhoeae culture identification utilizing conventional biochemical testing and matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time of resolution (MALDI-TOF) techniques. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Pure culture isolate CONTAINER: Chocolate Agar Slant COLLECTION: Inoculate a Chocolate Agar slant, incubate in CO2 for...
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) recently identified the first case of Trichophyton mentagrophytes (TMVII) in Orange County. TMVII is a recently emerged cause of dermatophyte (e.g. ringworm, or tinea) infection and is transmitted via sexual contact. Presentation involves inflammatory, sometimes painful, persistent skin lesions of the anogenital, buttocks, trunk...
The Behavioral Health Training Center is available for qualifying organizations and departments in Orange County and features flexible set-up options, ample parking for your guests and onsite support. Submit Training Center Request Form to reserve the Training Center.
(Santa Ana, CA) - In preparation for the opening of the Be Well Campus in Irvine, the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) and Mind OC have worked closely with the Board of Supervisors, CalOptima, and both public and private partners to create a Behavioral Health Campus dedicated to enhancing access...
(Santa Ana, CA) - The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) recognizes World AIDS Day on December 1, 2024, which marks the 36th commemoration, as an opportunity to support the well-being of those living with HIV; to remember those who have died from AIDS-related illness; and to promote prevention, care, and...
(Santa Ana, CA) – The OC Health Care Agency’s Environmental Health Division has closed the open coastal area from 1,500 feet upcoast of the Salt Creek to 1,500 feet downcoast of the Salt Creek in Dana Point. The spill of approximately 3,375 gallons was caused by a breakage in a...
2022-2023 BHS Annual Provider Training - All Divisions Grievances Training Clinical Supervision Requirements Training Refresher Workshop: Community Functioning Evaluation (CFE) June 2019 Refresher Workshop: Psychosocial Assessment NOABD Training - Updated February 2020 NOABD Tips and Hints April 2020