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- CDC Calls on Lab Industry for Bird Flu Test Development Solutions
On June 10, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) put out an open call to industry for innovative solutions to meet the CDC’s diagnostic test development needs for Influenza A(H5). The CDC is responding to a multistate outbreak of avian influenza A(H5N1) virus, or “A(H5N1) virus,” in dairy cows and other animals in the United States. On May 13, the CDC recommended a state of “heightened awareness” in the laboratory community while they continue to use their flu surveillance systems to monitor H5N1 activity in humans.
Solution providers shall submit concept papers via email to mcrow@cdc.gov no later than 11:59 PM Eastern on Monday, June 24, 2024, to be considered for further evaluation. Review the contract opportunity notice and attachment for more information and visit: CDC Open Call to Industry – Influenza A(H5) Diagnostic Test Development and Validation.
Questions? If you are a clinical or public health laboratory professional, contact the Laboratory Outreach Community System (LOCS).