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.

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