Methods of euthanasia are physical or chemical. Physical
methods of euthanasia include cervical dislocation, decapitation,
stunning and removal of blood, and gunshot. Chemical
methods of euthanasia involve introducing a toxic agent
into the body by injection or inhalation. After completing
euthanasia, be certain that specimens being collected are
properly identified, preserved, and packaged for transportation
to the diagnostic laboratory (see Chapter 2, Specimen
Collection and Preservation, and Chapter 3, Specimen Shipment).
Be sure to indicate the euthanasia technique used.