345 IAC 3-5.1-2 Report by veterinarian; determination of status; special permits

Sec. 2. (a) When clinical or laboratory evidence indicates the presence of Pseudorabies in an individual animal or herd, the veterinarian shall report the diagnosis immediately to the office of the state veterinarian. (b) All animals tested must be individually identified by ear tags approved by the board or by standard ear notches. All identification must be recorded on the test form. The state veterinarian may alter the identification requirements as needed to protect animal health in Indiana. All blood samples must be drawn by a state or federal official or a licensed, accredited veterinarian, and serological tests must be conducted by a state and federally approved laboratory. (c) A veterinarian making a clinical diagnosis of Pseudorabies must confirm the diagnosis in writing and send a copy to the board within two (2) business days of the diagnosis. The final determination of herd status shall be made by the state veterinarian.