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The turn-around time for the serological tests that are performed is approximately 2-5 working days from the time the specimen is received at the State Lab.  Some tests are performed daily and some are performed weekly.  Once the specimen testing is completed (for all tests requested on the submission form), ONLY the submitting agency will receive a computer print-out of test results for that specimen.  The turn-around time for the lists of serological tests provided reflects the amount of time for a negative result. Due to the variables that might occur (additional testing needed, confirmation of positive results, no submitting agency code, etc.) the turn-around time may be longer than the 2-5 working days. 

The turn-around time for the specimens that are forwarded to the CDC (Atlanta or Ft. Collins) depends solely on the CDC’s schedule.  If you need to find out the status of a specimen that was forwarded to the CDC, or of any specimen sent to the Arizona State Serology Lab please contact the Serology Department.