GB/T 15805.3-2018 in English

1. Standard revision background

Viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) is a fish disease with high mortality, posing a serious threat to the global aquaculture industry. Although the original standard GB/T 15805.3-2008 standardized the detection method to a certain extent, with the in-depth research on pathogens and the advancement of technology, a new version of the standard came into being.

2. Technological evolution

• Increase sampling and clinical symptom description
• Introduce RT-PCR and fluorescent RT-PCR technology
• Optimize virus isolation and identification process
• Add comprehensive judgment criteria

1. Scope of implementation

This standard is applicable to the quarantine of various types of aquaculture and wild fish, and plays an important role in disease prevention and control.

2. Personnel training

Operators must undergo professional training and be familiar with the operating procedures and quality control points of various testing technologies.

3. Equipment and reagent management

The laboratory should be equipped with necessary instruments and equipment and calibrated regularly; reagents and consumables must meet the requirements of the standard to ensure the accuracy of the test results.