Can anyone advise me whether there is any logistical barrier to horses being tested for blood counts the day before it races(metrop only) and soon after it has raced?
I know that cost is a factor but what about public confidence - I believe this is an overriding factor and warrants further consideration by the authorities who oversee racing.
Sure, some runners may be from country or provincial locations but why not insist they be brought to the city a day early to allow the tests to be conducted. Any costs can be worn by the ruling body similar to appearance money/starter fees being paid by some clubs.
I believe(have'nt personally been there but I have been told that jockeys are "locked up" a day or two early in Japan prior to raceday). I am certainly not suggesting this in Oz but I believe that punters would definitely be better informed if they had access to blood counts.
We need the ideas/suggestions of a vet or some suitably qualified practitioner to advise the betting public whether this is a viable strategy.
Just wishing to generate discussion on this subject which has been mooted for some time now.
Is this the "magic bullet" to better inform the betting publc or is it just a fanciful wish to find that elusive "edge" in form analysis?

Cheers.