The radiographs should be labeled right or left side for hip studies and right or left elbow for elbow studies. Due to optical archiving the OFA can no longer supply copies of films. If a copy is necessary ask your veterinarian to insert 2 films in the cassette prior to making the exposure. Grid techniques are recommended for all large dogs. Radiation Safety Proper collimation and protection of attendants is the responsibility of the veterinarian.
Gonadal shielding is recommended for male dogs.
The owner or agent must complete and sign the OFA application card. This information is best obtained directly from the dog's certificate of registration, and it is recommended that a copy of the registration be included with the submission. If for any reason you would like the OFA to re-evaluate a study, the following procedures must be followed. The submission will be screened to verify that the radiograph represents the same animal that was previously submitted The study will be evaluated as a completely new submission A final OFA consensus will be determined. The most recent consensus is the standing result.