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through confirmation of isolates using appropriate biochemical and

serological methods.

Note

: Even a negative sample will not give a zero reading as

the system and 3MMolecular Assay

Listeria

amplification reagents

have a “background” relative light unit.

In the rare event of any unusual light output, the algorithm labels

this as “Inspect.” 3M recommends the user to repeat the assay for

any Inspect samples. If the result continues to be Inspect, proceed

to confirmation test using one’s preferred method or as specified by

local regulations.

Reference:

DOI: 10.5740/jaoacint.15-026

Posted: July 2016