How to Complete the
Ultrasound Scanning Barn Worksheet

Sections A through E will be pre-filled when you receive the worksheet. Please verify the data to make sure it is accurate.

F. Scan Weight
The animal’s weight must be taken using a calibrated scale and reported in pounds.

G. Wt Date
Wt Date is the date the animals were weighed; Scan Date is the date of ultrasound scanning.

H. Scan Date
The date of scanning and weigh date should be the same (and cannot be more than three days apart). These should be reported in the format dd/mm/yyyy.

I. Group Code
Breeders must indicate a management group number (from 1 to 99) for the animals being scanned that reflects any differences in management and growth opportunity. For example, if some of the bulls have been at a test station and some bulls have been out on pasture, the bulls should be placed in different management groups.

J. Test Type
The test type should be indicated using the following parameters. Angus breeders are usually ultrasound scanning at their ranch and code R applies.

C = central
D = developing heifer
F = feed lot
R = ranch test

K. Scan Sex
Indicate the sex of the animal on the scan date.

L. Diet
To indicate the primary diet of the animal being scanned, use the parameters listed below:

0 = unknown
1 = 0% concentrate
2 = <50% concentrate
3 = >50% concentrate

M. Remarks
This section is for the breeder to record additional comments about the animal being scanned.