Sum. (En)

The Barbados Veterinary Laboratory has continued to function well within strict limitations of space. Case submissions continue to rise, demonstrating confidence in the reliability of results from disciplines of Bacteriology, Morphologic Pathology (gross and microscopic), Serology, Haematology, Parasitology and Serum Biochemistry. The introduction of fees for tests on companion animals has affected only the canine necropsy submissions. The staff situation is stable with most technicians/technologists trained to degree level. This allows for the high degree of flexibility essential for efficient functioning of small laboratories. Presently one major problem is the rigidity of government financing which caters poorly to the idiosyncracies of laboratory equipment supplies