What must be provided immediately after a positive EIA test is completed?

After a positive EIA (Equine Infectious Anemia) test, the immediate action required is to notify the Department of Agriculture or the appropriate regulatory authority. This step is crucial because EIA is a significant infectious disease that affects horses and has potential implications for animal health and safety within the wider equine community. Prompt notification allows the authorities to take necessary measures, including managing the affected animal's quarantine and ensuring that appropriate public health measures are enacted to prevent further spread of the disease.

While the official laboratory report and owner's consent for testing are important components of the overall process, their urgency is secondary to the immediate need for notification. A follow-up veterinary exam may also be necessary to assess the animal's health and management, but again, these actions are not as critical in terms of immediate response compared to the responsibility of notifying the Department.