Rabies Guide 2010.pdf - the South African Veterinary Council

Reporting procedure and
documentation
The results of laboratory tests for rabies must be
disseminated as indicated in the diagram below (Fig.
5). All results should preferably be faxed but where
this is not possible, results must be communicated by
phone and an official letter posted. State veterinarians
and the provincial veterinary director will appoint a
responsible clerk to maintain a register.
Laboratory Results
Provincial Veterinary Director
(Takes responsibility when state
veterinarian cannot be contacted)
State Veterinarian
National Veterinary
Director
South African Police
Service
Sender/owner
Provincial Health
Department
(Communicable Disease
Control)
Fig. 5: Distribution of laboratory results
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