Translations:DiseaseInvestigation:Course Manual/395/en

Selecting, taking and submitting relevant samples

Background

Laboratory testing may be required to confirm or assist in diagnosis. Before taking samples, the field officer should understand selection, collection and handling, and consider the investigation findings to avoid unnecessary samples. Samples are not merely from the livestock but also can be from the animal"s environment such as water, feed and soil. Advice on collection and submission of samples should be provided by the laboratory.