Infected zone means a clearly defined territory within a country in which a disease included in this Code has been diagnosed. This area must be clearly defined and decreed by the Veterinary Authority taking into consideration the environment, the different ecological and geographical factors as well as all the epidemiological factors and types of animal husbandry being practised. Within and at the border of an infected zone, there must be effective official veterinary control in operation for animals and animal products, and their transportation. The length of time during which the infected zone is maintained will vary depending on the disease and the animal health measures and control methods applied. Infective period means the longest period during which an affected animal can be a source of infection.
International trade means importation, exportation and transit of commodities.
Laboratory means a properly equipped institution staffed by technically competent personnel under the control of a specialist in veterinary diagnostic methods, who is responsible for the validity of the results. The Veterinary Administration approves and monitors such laboratories with regard to the diagnostic tests required for international trade . Laying birds means birds kept for the purpose of producing eggs not intended for hatching. List A means the List of transmissible diseases which have the potential for very serious and rapid spread, irrespective of national borders, which are of serious socio-economic or public health consequence and which are of major importance in the international trade of animals and animal products. Reports are submitted to the OIE as often as necessary to comply with Articles 1.1.3.2.