Opinion of the Scientific Panel BIOHAZ:Protocol for the evaluation of new rapid BSE post mortem test

Currently, 12 rapid BSE test kits are approved by the EC for the routine post mortem testing of slaughtered cattle over 30 months of age in accordance with the TSE Regulation (EC) No 999/2001. The EC is considering launching a new open call for expression of interest for rapid tests for use in the framework of TSE monitoring. Therefore, the EFSA was requested to update the current protocols for the laboratory evaluation and field trial, taking into account experience gained in past evaluation rounds.