Section 71IAC8-4-5. Cost of split sample testing

   (a) In order for a split sample laboratory to be identified on the list of approved laboratories, it must establish reasonable fees for split sample testing based on their actual cost of testing. Fees for split sample testing shall include the cost of testing negative control samples if requested by the owner or trainer.

  (b) The trainer or owner requesting split sample testing and negative control samples shall pay all costs of transporting and conducting tests on the split sample and negative control samples.

  (c) The trainer or owner requesting split sample testing and negative control samples shall make full payment at the time laboratory selection occurs or in accordance with split laboratory requirements.

  (d) The commission shall reimburse the trainer or owner for the cost of split sample testing if the results from the split sample laboratory do not confirm the presence of the drug at levels above the thresholds established in 71 IAC 8 [this article] et seq. (Indiana Horse Racing Commission; 71 IAC 8-4-5; emergency rule filed Feb 10, 1994, 9:20 a.m.: 17 IR 1173; readopted filed Oct 30, 2001, 11:50 a.m.: 25 IR 899; readopted filed Mar 23, 2007, 11:31 a.m.: 20070404-IR-071070030RFA; emergency rule filed Apr 5, 2013, 3:50 p.m.: 20130410-IR-071130135ERA)