What tests are used and how are results reported?
A. Brain tissue samples are required for testing; thus, there are no live animal tests. The IHC test is considered the definitive test but must be conducted in national laboratories and may take a week or more to complete. Rapid tests called ELISA tests (which can be done within 24 hours) have been approved as screening tests. The ELISA test will report negative or inconclusive results, with inclusive samples immediately sent to a national laboratory for further testing. Producer confidentiality is extremely important. We are working to ensure that any inconclusive results are not reported out with respect to producers or even to the state of origin. Q. How will we identify cattle to be sampled? A. We are currently working with renderers who handle the bulk of these cattle to arrange for sample collection. We are also urging producers and veterinary practitioners to assist by reporting downers and other cattle in those target groups for sample collection. Q. What about cost recovery to
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