Tips for sending fixed brains From the labs Tips on brain removal Collect CSF for microbiology and cytology first. Obtain samples of cerebrospinal fluid by needle puncture of the dura mater at the foramen magnum before removing the brain from the cranium. Take...
Getting a brain out intact How to remove a whole intact brain using a longitudinal craniotomy This is one method of removing the brain without damaging it. We’re told that with practice the brain can be removed in less than one minute. AgVic info (mistakes to...
NABSnet Sampling by Syndrome Guide For Vets This guide has mind maps and sampling tips for neurological, respiratory, skin, sudden death and illthrift syndromes, developed by the NABSnet project team from experiences doing disease investigations in cattle in northern...
Improving diagnostic outcomes with the lab Tips for sending samples Consider all possible differentials when deciding what samples to take – don’t ‘cherry pick’ – remember, this may be your only opportunity! Use resources to guide sampling: lab or EAD field...
