Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus Testing Options

Authors

  • Barrett D. Slenning Population Medicine Program, Department of Farm Animal Health and Resource Management, College of Veterinary Medicine, NC State University, Raleigh, NC 27606

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20035089

Keywords:

bovine viral diarrhea virus, efficiency measures, pathogenesis, fetal effects, pregnancy, Economic decision theory

Abstract

A review of bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) dynamics is followed by a review of test efficiency measures. BVDV diagnostic challeneges are then discussed with attention to its pathogenesis during pregnancy and fetal effects. Economic decision theory methods are then applied to evaluate BVDV testing efficiencies and outcomes given certain herd BVDV characteristics.

Cover image of the 36th Conference Proceedings: Holstein cows standing in a row at a fence. One cow has put her head through the fence and is curiously inspecting a pile of hay. Yellow background.

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Published

2003-09-18

Issue

2003

Section

Beef Sessions