Testing samples

Staff Sgt. Melissa Diaz visually inspect a fluid sample for traces of protein by comparing it to a control fluid sample Dec. 12 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. If a protein is present, the fluid sample will turn a different color in comparison to the control sample. Sergeant Diaz is a laboratory technician assigned to the 354th Medical Group. Laboratory technicians use various methods to test for abnormalities such as bacteria for clinical diagnosis. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt Eric T. Sheler)

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A control sample specimen is placed into a test tube for comparison with a patient fluid specimen to determine any abnormalities Dec. 12 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Laboratory technicians use various methods to test for abnormalities such as bacteria for clinical diagnosis. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt Eric T. Sheler)

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The blood of a two week-old infant is collected for a Phenylketonuria, or PKU, screening Dec. 12 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. PKU is a recessive genetic disorder that can cause problems with brain development, which could lead to mental retardation and seizures. All infants born at Eielson AFB are screened for PKU at their two-week, well baby check up appointment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt Eric T. Sheler)

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Laboratory technicians assigned to the 354th Medical Group at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska collect, process, analyze and test specimens for diagnostic clinical testing in chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, microbiology and serology. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt Eric T. Sheler)

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Testing samples

Published Dec. 19, 2007

Testing samples

Testing samples

Testing samples

Testing samples

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