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Heifer Blueprint: Best practices for calf blood collection

Written by Tina Kohlman and Sarah Mills-Lloyd
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Blood samples obtained from calves is a common procedure that can be very useful for a variety of reasons including testing for disease and determining the transfer of passive immunity.  The quick and relatively simple method of taking blood samples can be low-stress and painless for both the animal and the individual. However, knowing where and how to place the need quickly to get a sample is important.

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