Changes to GVL EIA tests include the following:
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Minor PDF changes including: field changes (moved, numbered, labels updated) and removal of non-necessary statements
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County of horse location at time of blood draw is required
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Marking fields that are left blank will display as “No marking” for the lab and on the final form
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Only two (2) horse IDs will display to align with USDA form
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No longer default horse location to same as owner location
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Updated reasons of testing to align with the USDA reasons for testing
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Addition of blood drawn state has been added so labs can verify the sample was collected in a state where the veterinarian is accredited to perform EIA testing
Additionally, the statement “Official EIA Test Form, Approved by USDA Veterinary Services MAR2020, GVL" will be included on all GVL EIA test certificates.