Diagnosis

Characterised by infertility in rams due to epididymitis. Abortion in ewes is not a common finding.

The diagnosis in rams must be based on the result of a clinical examination and serology, supported in some cases by bacteriological examination of semen.

See NSW Ovine Brucellosis Accredited Free Flock Scheme.

Specimens required

1. Serum samples submitted chilled for serological testing. Samples can be submitted on the clot if they will be tested within 48 hours of collection.
2. Semen samples collected aseptically and submitted chilled for culture or PCR.
3. Testes, epididymes and accessory sex glands, including ampullae and seminal vesicles, submitted chilled for culture and PCR and histopathology