Section 287.706. Tuberculosis and brucellosis testing of livestock.  


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  • (1) Tuberculosis and brucellosis testing of livestock  shall   be conducted only by accredited veterinarians.

    (2)   Any veterinarian who conducts, within this state, a tuberculin test or a brucellosis test on any livestock, except  poultry,  shall  individually identify each animal tested by an USDA, APHIS, VS official ear tag, an ear tattoo number for registered livestock only, or a method approved by the director. The tag shall be inserted in the right ear, unless some physical problem precludes use of the right ear.

    (3)   A complete record of the test shall be accurately completed on forms provided by the department and shall be filed with the department within 5 working days after completion of the test.

History: 1994 AACS.