This may be a variable that should be analyzed in some detail or assumed to be at a low prevalence. The ability to detect disease in infected animals is a function of certain diseases, and will vary with the housing facilities, the attention given to these pigs, and the use of diagnostic procedures such as serology during isolation. The probability of detection of disease in the source herd is similarly affected. Proper communication should always be available and reliable sources of breeding stock should be used. Take-Home Message New diseases are often devastating to a herd and the effects can be widespread and long standing.
Isolation is a neglected but financially important part of swine production.