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Expert Review Panel Chair Report for Microbiology for Foods and Environmental Surfaces
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In regards to multiple and unique test portion sizes, and alternate enrichments, the ERP discussed that the
information be considered on a case by case basis. However, it was noted that this information should be
captured for future use and the tracking of exceptions regarding sample sizes, etc, should be noted.
If r PTM AND OMA testing? Example: The method developer wants to claim 375g.
The ERP discussed that the use of the 5 new
Listeria
species in the inclusivity studies, the ERP suggested that
it should be included in the study, wherever available.
The ERP discussed available information regarding the use of the alternative collaborative study design for
expensive equipment. It was noted that ISO 16140 and AOAC Appendix I: AOAC INTERNATIONAL Methods
Committee Guidelines for Validation of Biological Threat Agent Methods and/or Procedures, both allow for
up to three collaborators in the same laboratory, as long as it is independent with separate sample sets.
However, AOAC
Appendix D: Guidelines for Collaborative Study Procedures to Validate Characteristics of a
Method of Analysis
allows for up to five collaborators.
V.
Discuss Final Action Requirements for First Action Official Methods
(if applicable)
The ERP discussed and reviewed the information received from the method author for the AOAC First Action
methods that are or have approached their 2‐year tracking period. The method author’s were present to
answer questions and comments from the ERP. The ERP is required to make a recommendation on AOAC
Official First Action methods, 2 years after adoption, to the AOAC Official Methods Board regarding Final
Action status. By consensus of the ERP the following motions were noted.
1)
AOAC Official Method 2012.02: Gram‐Positive Bacteria Identification
Kit Name: VITEK® 2 Gram Positive (GP) Biochemical Identification Method
Company:
bioMérieux
Method Status: First Action 2012
Motion by McMahon; Second by Fernandez,
to recommend 2012.02 for AOAC Final Action status.
Consensus demonstrated by: 8 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstentions.
Motion Passed.
2)
AOAC Official Method 2013.01:
Salmonella
in a Variety of Foods
Kit Name: VIDAS
®
UP
Salmonella
(SPT) Method
Company:
bioMérieux
Method Status: First Action 2013
Motion by McMahon; Second by Fatemi,
to recommend 2013.01 for AOAC Final Action status.
Consensus demonstrated by: 8 in favor, 0 opposed, and 0 abstentions.
Motion Passed.
3)
AOAC Official Method 2013.02
:
Salmonella
Species in a Variety of Foods and Environmental Surfaces
Kit Name: BAX
®
System Real‐Time PCR Assay for
Salmonella
Company:
DuPont Nutrition & Health
Method Status: AOAC First Action 2013
Motion by Brodsky; Second by Arbault,
to recommend 2013.02 for AOAC Final Action status.
Consensus demonstrated by: 7 in favor, 0 opposed, and 1 abstention.
Motion Passed.
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