9th Med Lab

The 9th Medical Laboratory, commonly referred to as the 9th Med Lab, was activated during World War II to provide essential medical laboratory services to U.S. Army forces overseas. Throughout its history, the unit played a crucial role in disease detection, blood banking, and epidemiological support during major conflicts, including the Korean and Vietnam Wars. The 9th Med Lab was known for deploying advanced diagnostic teams close to the front lines, enhancing the Army’s ability to manage infectious disease outbreaks and maintain troop health. Over the years, the laboratory was reorganized and re-designated, but its legacy endures as a pioneer in military medical laboratory operations.