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



