General sampling advice
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Collecting the right samples and selecting the most suitable tests are crucial when investigating a disease problem or assessing the health status of an animal or group.
To help you make the right choices and keep your samples in optimal condition for testing we have created a series of guides below.
Sampling guide
A quick reference to help you collect the correct samples from the correct animals to investigate a problem.
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Collection and submission advice - livestock
Information on sampling and sample requirements for livestock animals
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Collection and submission advice - companion animals
Information on sampling and sample requirements for companion animals
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Investigation modules for veterinary surgeons
Farm Animal Services for Veterinary Surgeons: Investigation Modules to support Health Planning and diagnosis
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Royal Mail guidelines for sending samples
Guide to packaging and transportation of biological specimens by road.
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