2. When infection with TB is suspected There is an established link with infection which makes the level of suspicion high, e.g. previous infection in the herd, animal is traced from an infected herd. Veterinary opinion is that infection with TB is likely., either clinically or at post mortem examination Official Veterinarians (OVs) should advise the owner:

• to isolate the affected sheep
• to be aware of the risks to human health posed by treating suspect cases
• that bovine TB in sheep is a notifiable disease.

3. OVs should notify the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) who will give further instructions and advice.