After the temperature in the bags have equilibrated with the tank water (approximately 30 minutes), the fish can be
gently netted and released into the tanks, without the transport water. Prior to releasing the fish, it is advisable to
conduct a rapid physical examination on several individuals. Fish can be gently held and examined for any external lesions
and then some mucus can be scraped from the skin. A gill biopsy can also be taken. Samples should be examined
for parasites. If possible, a full necropsy examination should be conducted on several fish to ascertain the general health
of the population (Reimschuessel 1993)