What happens to an inconclusive reactor?

Information on what happens to an inconclusive Tuberculosis (TB) reactor animal.

Inconclusives are re-tested and if the result is negative the restrictions on the animal are withdrawn. If the result at this first re-test is not negative, the animal may be classed as a reactor and be removed from the herd. The herd is then restricted. If no signs of TB are found at post-mortem and after laboratory examination, the herd will be tested once at least 42 days after removal of the reactor and, if negative, restrictions will be withdrawn. If signs of TB are found at post-mortem, the herd may be tested immediately and will also have to wait two further tests at not less than 60 day intervals. When these negative whole herd tests have been completed and satisfactory cleansing and disinfection has been carried out, then the restrictions will be withdrawn.