An asthma action plan, also called "asthma management plan", is a form to keep track of medications, remind you what your peak flow is, and indicate what steps to take if you have an asthma attack. Sit down with your doctors and ask them to fill out a written action plan. Have your plan updated at least once a year.
Please direct subpoenas and discovery material requests to the appropriate contact:
The Toxicology Unit is responsible for the analysis of blood and urine samples. To order blood or urine collection kits, please contact: Evidence.HETLForensics@maine.gov
Blood samples are analyzed for the presence and the amount of alcohol by Gas Chromatography/Flame Ionization Detector (also referred to as "Headspace GC").
The Seized Drug Unit identifies controlled substances seized by law enforcement agencies. The evidence analyzed is usually presented in the form of pills, powders and plant material. Our analysts use sophisticated instrumentation and techniques to weigh and identify various controlled substances, such as cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl.
Testing methods for the identification of controlled substances include Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS).
The Evidence Unit is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 4:00pm and Friday from 8:00am to 11:00am.
Appointments must be made with the Evidence Unit prior to submission of any seized drug or toxicology evidence.
Welcome to the Lab.
The Maine CDC's Health and Environmental Testing Laboratory (HETL) assists in the prevention, treatment and control of biological, chemical, and radiological hazards that threaten the community and environment. We are the assessment, surveillance and quality assurance division of the Maine CDC and partner with government agencies on state policy development and the quality assurance oversight of services provided by the public and private sectors.
Help your patients better control their asthma
The Asthma Self-Management Education Program (PDF) offers FREE in-home sessions to help Mainers to control their asthma. Patients can expect to:
