2916. LABORATORY

2916 LABORATORY 2916.1 The animal facility shall have as a minimum, proof of use of either in-house laboratory service or consultant lab services by a nationally accredited laboratory for performing the following lab tests consistent with appropriate professional care for the species treated: (a) Urinalysis, including microscopic evaluation of sediment; (b) Complete blood count (CBC); (c) Flotation test for ova of intestinal parasites; (d) Skin scrapings for diagnosing external parasites; (e) Exam for circulating blood microfilaria; (f) Blood chemistries; (g) Cultures and sensitivities; (h) Biopsy; (i) Complete necropsies including histopathology; and (j) Serology. 2916.2 If in-house laboratory machines are utilized, schedules of maintenance and appropriate calibration to accepted standards are required along with appropriate quality control practices. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 35 DCR 6630, 6642 (September 2, 1988).