Iowa Admin. Code r. 21-64.188

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 24, May 15, 2024

Rule 21-64.188 - Official LPAI tests

Official tests for LPAI are:

1. Agar Gel Precipitin (AGP);

2. Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA);

3. Any other tests performed by an approved laboratory to confirm a diagnosis of LPAI.

Tests positive to screening for avian influenza through AGP, ELISA, and any other tests performed by an approved laboratory to confirm a diagnosis of LPAI must be forwarded to National Veterinary Services Laboratory, Ames, Iowa, for subtype testing.

4. Influenza type A antigen detection tests approved by the state veterinarian. All influenza type A antigen detection tests performed shall be prior-approved by the state veterinarian, and all positive tests results shall be reported immediately to the state veterinarian. A monthly report of all test results shall be reported to the state veterinarian.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 21-64.188