Leroy Coggins
Leroy Coggins (1932–2013) was a virologist who developed tests for African swine fever and equine infectious anemia. The latter is now known as the Coggins Test and a "negative Coggins" is commonly required when horses are sold or transported in the US.[1][2][3][4]
References[]
- ^ Erica Larson (7 February 2014), "Dr. Leroy Coggins Dies at 81", The Horse
- ^ "Leroy Coggins Obituary", The News & Observer, 1 January 2014
- ^ Remembering Dr. Coggins: Pioneer in Equine Health, Creator of Coggins Test, NC State College of Veterinary Medicine, 17 February 2014
- ^ Developer of Coggins Test, Dr. Leroy Coggins, Honored, EquiMed, 29 November 2012
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- 1932 births
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- American virologists
- North Carolina State University faculty
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