text: Chapter 9
  operational commander the immediate hazard identification (presumptive or field confirmatory
  level of identification) of CBRN.
  9-5. For more information on the AML, refer to ATP 4-02.7/MCRP 4-11.1F/NTTP 4-02.7/AFTTP 3-42.3.
  Figure 9-1 depicts the four levels of identification where AML serves as a theater validation environmental
  laboratory.
  Figure 9-1. Four levels of identification
  PRIMARY TASKS
  9-6. Table 9-1 discusses the primary tasks and purposes of the operational medical laboratory function
  performed by the AML.
  Table 9-1. Primary tasks and purposes of the operational medical laboratory function
  performed by the area medical laboratory
  Primary task Purpose
  Provide analytical, investigational, Identify chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threat agents in
  and consultative capabilities biomedical specimens and other samples from the area of operations.
  Assist in the identification of OEH hazards and endemic diseases.
  Provide special environmental Evaluate biomedical specimens for the presence of highly infectious or
  control and containment hazardous agents of operational concern.
  Provide data and data analysis Support medical analyses and operational decisions.
  Conduct medical laboratory Support the diagnosis of zoonotic and significant animal diseases that
  analysis impact on military operations.
  Deploy modular sections or Interface with preventive medicine teams, veterinary teams, forward-
  sectional teams deployed Army Health System units, biological integrated detection
  system teams, and chemical company elements operating in the area
  of operations.