The Illinois Scrapie program has been set up to disseminate information to Illinois sheep facilities.

• Genetic predisposition to scrapie, i.e. certain genotypes more susceptible
• Cooperative agreement with USDA to pay for genotyping of 2 rams/yr - effective for use on rams brought in to closed ewe flock
• Covers cost of veterinary collection of sample, assay at USDA approved laboratory
• Vet completes USDA form (VS Form 529) and submits with samples
• Can also obtain reimbursement for up to 2 necropsies of sheep or goats/year
• Program lasts as long as funds remain or until August 30, 2005
• http://www.animalagriculture.org/scrapie/Scrapie.htm