UK Veterinary Clinical Studies Registry
SuspendedUK-VCSR-2026-00012

Avian influenza surveillance in backyard poultry

Observational · Other · Investigator: Dr Rachel Hope

Other

Study overview

An observational surveillance study of avian influenza exposure in small backyard poultry flocks. Recruitment is temporarily suspended pending regional disease control updates. Published listing maintained for transparency of ongoing public health research.

Condition

Avian influenza

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion

Backyard poultry flocks in designated surveillance zones with owner consent.

Locations

England, Wales

Sponsor / institution

DEFRA Collaborative Research Unit

Contact details

Ethical and regulatory approvals

Government surveillance protocol AIV-2026-03

Statement of ethical considerations

Sampling aligned with national disease control policy.

Last updated 14 June 2026 · Published 20 February 2026

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