CDC Division of Laboratory Systems Update | February 2026

[Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]

The DLS eNewsletter from CDC’s Division of Laboratory Systems is a monthly summary of events, trainings, and other resources that clinical and public health laboratory professionals can use to connect with the division and benefit from our work. We encourage you to forward this newsletter to your colleagues or invite them to subscribe here by typing "Laboratory Systems" in the Search field. Explore the Updated OneLab REACH™ Website

CDC’s OneLab REACH™ offers free eLearning training courses—now with new features: My Learner Hub: Track your training progress and certificates you’ve received. You can also view upcoming events, customized training, and job aid recommendations. Training: Filter courses by category or certification type and see what continuing education credits are offered. LDU platform: Join Laboratory Director University (LDU), developed with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for current and aspiring laboratory directors, covers the compliance and leadership responsibilities of laboratory directors. Check out all these new features at OneLab REACH! New Video Describes the Laboratory Testing Process What Is the Total Testing Process? provides a comprehensive overview of the clinical testing cycle. The overview details the essential steps involved in every phase of testing to ensure accurate diagnostic outcomes, follow CLIA regulations, monitor quality, and minimize testing errors. Total testing process activities described in the video include: Requesting tests in the pre-analytic phase Performing tests in the analytic phase Reporting results in the post-analytic phase Watch this 7-minute video to learn more about the total testing process! Enhance New Staff Onboarding with OneLab Job Aids OneLab REACH™ offers Job Aids that streamline the onboarding process by encouraging meaningful conversations between laboratory supervisors and new employees. Laboratory Onboarding Workbook (Supervisor Version) provides supervisors with interactive tools for a structured onboarding process. Laboratory Onboarding Safety Workbook (Staff Version) provides new staff members with the knowledge and support they need to thrive in their new roles. Bloodborne Pathogens Ask Your Supervisor Job Aid guides employees in discussing necessary bloodborne pathogen training, control measures, and incident reporting with their supervisors. Find more Job Aids & Resources on OneLab REACH! Subscribe to Laboratory Outreach Communication System Emails  CDC’s Laboratory Outreach Communication System (LOCS) provides timely information to the laboratory and testing community. Topics include laboratory preparedness and response, point-of-care testing, specimen collection, antigen testing, biosafety, laboratory data reporting, and regulatory requirements, as well as training and other resources to support your work. Click here to opt in now. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1-800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636)   TTY: 888-232-6348 Questions or Problems  |  Unsubscribe