CWD Response
I submitted 2 heads in mid November.
One tested negative and I received that response within about 2 weeks. The 2nd head tested positive and it took about 4 weeks before I heard from them. I was told if the preliminary test shows a non-negative (inconclusive) result then the sample is sent to CFIA in Ottawa for further testing and confirmation. This results in the extra time required to advise us of the positive results.
In the past my understanding was they would advise you if the original test was inconclusive and the sample was being forwarded for further testing. They have now stopped making the first call and just contact you once the final result is in. This seems reasonable since in the past the 1st call provided no info to you anyway and was a waste of resources.
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