D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-2916

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Rule 17-2916 - LABORATORY

2916.1

The animal facility shall have as a minimum, proof of use of either in-house laboratory service or consultant lab services by a nationally accredited laboratory for performing the following lab tests consistent with appropriate professional care for the species treated:

(a) Urinalysis, including microscopic evaluation of sediment;

(b) Complete blood count (CBC);

(c) Flotation test for ova of intestinal parasites;

(d) Skin scrapings for diagnosing external parasites;

(e) Exam for circulating blood microfilaria;

(f) Blood chemistries;

(g) Cultures and sensitivities;

(h) Biopsy;

(i) Complete necropsies including histopathology; and

(j) Serology.

2916.2

If in-house laboratory machines are utilized, schedules of maintenance and appropriate calibration to accepted standards are required along with appropriate quality control practices.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-2916

Final Rulemaking published at 35 DCR 6630, 6642 (September 2, 1988)