Regulating animal health, gender and quality control: A study of veterinary surgeons in Great Britain

► The relationship between the gender of vets and animal disease tests is analysed. ► Male and female vets find different levels of bovine tuberculosis. ► Performance indicators are not suitable as a method of quality control. ► Differences may be due to the way veterinary regulation is organised. ► More social studies of the veterinary profession should be conducted.