Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
The role of diagnostic laboratories in disease control.
- Journal:
- Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences
- Year:
- 2000
- Authors:
- Saliki, J T
- Affiliation:
- Oklahoma State University · United States
Plain-English summary
This research highlights how important diagnostic laboratories are in identifying and controlling diseases in animals. They play a crucial role after pet owners and veterinarians in figuring out what might be making an animal sick. Besides identifying the cause of the disease, these labs also provide advice, help interpret test results, and monitor disease trends. The study emphasizes how these labs work together with pet owners and vets to improve disease recognition and management. Overall, the findings show that diagnostic laboratories are essential partners in keeping pets healthy.
Abstract
Recognition of disease is the foundation of disease control and prevention. In the process of disease recognition, the diagnostic laboratory forms the third (and last level) following the animal owner and the practitioner. The diagnostician's main role is determination of disease etiology. Secondary but equally important roles played by the diagnostic laboratory include: 1) consultative/advisory role; 2) interpretative role; and 3) disease surveillance role. This presentation will discuss these various roles and the interactions of the diagnostic laboratory with other players in the process of disease recognition.
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