09/01/2026 : Serology users -    The Serology laboratory at the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is expanding its serum shipping container line. You will soon see new, clear, polypropylene tubes with brown lids for shipping serum specimens. To ensure full compliance with IATA shipping guidelines, each shipping container will now include a zip-top bag and absorbent material to support safe and secure specimen transport. You may also continue using the previously provided serum shipping containers.

06/04/2026 :   The IDOHL after-hours drop box is currently out of service. Samples/specimens must be dropped off at the receiving dock during business hours (8:15 AM – 4:45 PM). We apologize for the inconvenience.

05/29/2026:  When shipping your package through FedEx, UPS, or USPS, please be sure to specify the lab testing area (e.g., Attention: TB Lab) on the shipping address label.