The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, receives and test samples from livestock show animals for the presence of performance-enhancing drugs or medications. These tests are in place to protect animal welfare, consumer safety, ensure fairness, and uphold the integrity of the competition. A single positive test can result in disqualification and loss of […] The post Fairness at the fair: Preparing for showtime appeared first on Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic L...| Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
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