Follow-up for non-negative BrBME results

Information on the actions taken for herds with non-negative result to a Bulk Milk Brucellosis test.

A herd restriction is placed on all the herds giving positive or inconclusive readings to the Brucellosis Bulk Milk ELISA (Enzyme Linked ImmunoSorbent Assay)(BrBME). Veterinary Service staff will take a repeat sample from the bulk tank as a check on the original result. A herd blood test will be arranged and carried out as soon as possible. The results of this test are interpreted in the normal way and follow-up action is as for any other blood test.