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Virginia regulations · Through 2026 Regular Session (effective July 1, 2026)

2VAC5-195-70: LBM surveillance

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  1. Title 2. Agriculture
  2. Agency 5. Department of Agriculture And Consumer Services
  3. Chapter 195. Prevention and Control of Avian Influenza in the Live-Bird Marketing System
  4. Part II. Live-Bird Markets

Birds in the LBM may be tested for AI at any time, but they shall be tested at least quarterly. Appropriate samples will be collected for AI testing at an approved laboratory.

Specimens tested may include those collected from live birds; the environment within the LBM; swabs collected on arrival from birds, conveyances, and crates; and swabs or tissues from sick and dead birds detected in the LBM. The number and source of the specimens shall be determined by the State Veterinarian.

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