Illinois Clamps Down on Equine 'Milkshakes'   Milkshakes, which
are commonly a combination of bicarbonate and other substances
believed to affect a horse's performance, are tested through
measuring a horse's carbon dioxide level.  Beginning March 1, if
carbon dioxide levels exceed 39 millimoles per liter for a horse
competing on furosemide, or 37 millimoles per liter if a horse
is not using furosemide, the trainer of record will be fined
$2,000 and suspended for at least 60 days. Any purse earnings
would also be redistributed.  Additionally, the horse will be
subject to "early detention" for a period identical to the
trainer's suspension. Early detention is defined as a "pre-race
guarded quarantine" for no less than six hours prior to the
scheduled post time for the first race.  For a second offense a
trainer is subject to a $5,000 fine and 180-day suspension; a
third offense within five years will result in a $5,000 fine and
two-year suspension.  If an owner or trainer contends such
carbon dioxide levels are