What is DFO doing to diagnose diseased fish?
Biotechnology and genomics tools to help protect the environment, detect and reduce disease in fish stocks, and improve production techniques in the aquaculture industry. Canada has gained international recognition as a world leader in molecular and diagnostic techniques for aquatic animal health diseases. Molecular tools are used to detect pathogens and gain a better understanding of how they spread. DFO scientists are developing DNA vaccines for aquatic animals for hatchery (salmon or trout enhancement) and aquaculture operations.
