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This form is used to submit animal specimens for rabies examination, including details about the animal, submitter, exposure incidents, and clinical signs.

How to fill out animal rabies examination submission

How to fill out Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form

1. Obtain the Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form from your local health department or veterinary office.
2. Fill in the animal's information, including species, breed, age, and identification details.
3. Provide the owner's information, including name, address, and contact number.
4. Indicate the reason for submission, such as potential exposure to rabies or vaccination status.
5. Attach any relevant supporting documents or records, such as vaccination certificates.
6. Sign and date the form, certifying that the information provided is accurate.
7. Submit the completed form along with the animal specimen to the designated laboratory.

Who needs Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form?

1. Pet owners who suspect their animal may have been exposed to rabies.
2. Veterinarians who are submitting specimens for rabies testing.
3. Public health officials involved in animal rabies investigations.
4. Animal control agencies managing potential rabies cases.

People Also Ask about

What are the three forms of rabies?

Rabies is a viral zoonotic disease that causes progressive and fatal inflammation of the brain and spinal cord. Clinically, it has two forms: Furious rabies – characterized by hyperactivity and hallucinations. Paralytic rabies – characterized by paralysis and coma.

How do you get an animal tested for rabies?

Rabies testing requires that the animal be euthanized. There are no approved methods for ante-mortem rabies testing of animals. In the U.S., the results of a rabies test are typically available within 24 to 72 hours after an animal is euthanized.

How much does it cost to test an animal for rabies?

Cost: $79 per sample.

How do you get an animal tested for rabies?

Rabies testing requires that the animal be euthanized. There are no approved methods for ante-mortem rabies testing of animals. In the U.S., the results of a rabies test are typically available within 24 to 72 hours after an animal is euthanized.

How do you ship a head for rabies testing?

Packaging and Shipping Rabies Specimens as Biological Substances, Category B UN3373 Primary Container: A sealable, leakproof plastic bag such as a zip-top storage or freezer bag. Secondary Container: A sealable, clear, plastic storage or freezer bag (could also use a biohazard transport bag).

Where to send a bat for rabies testing?

If you find a bat (dead or alive) in your home, call your local health department. The health department can help you determine if the bat needs to be tested for rabies. Testing the bat may be important to decide whether the exposed person(s) will require treatment to prevent rabies.

Do you have to cut an animals head off to test for rabies?

SLD accepts heads or brains of animals; bats should be submitted whole (see rabies submission guide for further laboratory submission instructions). For large animals (horses, cattle, etc.) the entire brain should be removed intact (including medulla, cerebellum and hippocampus) and sent in for testing.

What is the submission form you must submit with an animal head for rabies testing?

Animals specimens Include completed CDC Form 50.34(s) with each specimen in your shipment. If a human exposure is involved with the animal for which specimens were submitted: Contact your state health department and the Rabies Duty Officer to facilitate expedited testing.

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What is Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form?

The Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form is a document used to submit specimens of animals suspected to have rabies for testing to determine the presence of the virus.

Who is required to file Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form?

Individuals such as veterinarians, animal control officers, or any person who encounters an animal suspected of rabies are required to file the Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form.

How to fill out Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form?

To fill out the form, provide accurate information about the animal, including details like species, age, vaccination status, incident description, submitter's contact information, and any other required fields.

What is the purpose of Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form?

The purpose of the form is to facilitate the proper testing and identification of rabies in animals to protect public health and prevent the spread of the disease.

What information must be reported on Animal Rabies Examination Submission Form?

The form must report information such as the animal's species, age, vaccination history, the circumstances of the exposure, submitter's contact details, and observations pertinent to the rabies examination.