Diagnosis of TB or Brucellosis must be based on findings of which professional?

• A. Findings of licensed and accredited veterinarian
• B. Laboratory tests by any vet
• C. Farmer's observation
• D. No diagnosis required

Answer: (A)

Diagnosing TB or Brucellosis in dairy animals is a professional process that must be conducted and interpreted by a licensed and accredited veterinarian. This ensures that clinical signs are evaluated by someone trained to recognize these specific diseases, that the right samples are collected correctly, and that laboratory results are interpreted within the proper regulatory framework. The veterinarian coordinates official testing, reporting, and any required quarantine or control actions, which protects both animal and public health. Observations by a farmer or tests performed by an unqualified individual cannot substitute for accredited veterinary diagnosis, given the serious implications of these diseases.