Transboundary Emerging and Exotic Animal Disease/ Exotic Animal Disease Practice Exam

Is porcine epidemic diarrhea virus classified as an OIE reported disease?

1. True

2. False

3. Only in certain countries

4. It depends on the year

The correct answer is: False

Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) is not classified as an OIE (World Organisation for Animal Health) reported disease, which aligns with the answer provided. The OIE maintains a list of diseases that member countries are required to report due to their potential impact on animal and public health, as well as trade. PEDV, while it can cause significant morbidity and mortality in swine populations, is typically classified under diseases that are not mandatorily reported to the OIE, meaning that its occurrence does not have to be reported by countries. Moreover, some options imply a varying status based on geography or time, but PEDV’s classification as non-OIE listed is consistent across all countries and remains unchanged year after year. This non-reportable status reflects both disease management practices and the understanding that while important, not all diseases are controlled or identified at the same level of urgency or international monitoring as those listed by the OIE.