Risk-based early detection testing at approved laboratories was the first surveillance tool to be implemented as part of CanSpotASF, and has been in use since August 2020. It allows approved laboratories to conduct ASF testing on certain diagnostic cases when requested by a veterinarian or pathologist. See approved laboratory list.

• Technical information about approved laboratory testing: CanSpotASF Approved Laboratory Testing Technical Document

• Overview for producers about risk-based laboratory testing: CanSpotASF Approved Laboratory - Description for Producers

• Information for veterinarians about risk-based laboratory testing: CanSpotASF Approved Laboratory - Description for Veterinarians