University of Kentucky College of Agriculture

The Livestock Disease Diagnostic Center is a full service animal health diagnostic facility. The Center is charged with the diagnosis of animal diseases, and the performance of tests which safeguard the health of the animal population in Kentucky. The Center helps identify infectious diseases, identify regulatory diseases, provides the means to meet export sales requirements, and provides an early warning system for impending epidemics.

Notice:
Effective on September 1, 2009, the LDDC will no longer accept animal carcasses strictly for disposal. Our Diagnostic Services section can provide you with information on haulers and disposal sites in your area, or please see the following link: Disposal Information. Also see the links on animal carcass disposal at the Office of the Kentucky State Veterinarian: http://www.kyagr.com/statevet/