Virginia Division of Consolidated Laboratories

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Virginia Division of Consolidated Laboratories (DCLS) is a public health agency located in Richmond, Virginia.[1] The organization performs clinical (human) testing on infectious disease agents of public health significance. DCLS is also responsible for certifying and accrediting commercial and non-commercial laboratories to ensure regulations are met.

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Virginia Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services
Agency overview
Formed1972 (1972)
HeadquartersRichmond, Virginia
Agency executive
  • Denise Toney, PhD, Director
Parent agencyVirginia Department of General Services
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In addition to clinical testing, DCLS also conducts environmental testing to safeguard public health.[2] In 2014, the agency established the Virginia Biomonitoring Program to increase the commonwealth's capacity to assess environmental exposures in Virginians.

The agency is currently led by Dr. Denise Toney.[3]

History

DCLS was formed in 1972 from the consolidation of several Virginia agencies responsible for laboratory testing.[1]

In 2003, the Virginia DCLS opened a BSL-4 lab designated for research and testing involving hazardous microorganisms of the highest biocontainment level, such as Bacillus anthracis.[4] The $63 million, 194,5000 square-foot facility also contains a BSL-3 lab and training space.[5]

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