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AOAC FIRST ACTION 2015.01

MULTI LABORATORY TEST

Study Objective The objective of the study is to validate the first action method (AOAC Official Method 2015.01) by determining the precision (repeatability and reproducibility) using a multi-laboratory testing (MLT) protocol. This is mandatory to finalize the work in progress and go forward to obtain Final Action status.

Study Directors

Rick Reba Nestlé Quality Assurance Center Dublin, OH 43017 USA Phone (direct): +01 614-526-5358 Fax: +01 614-526-5353 E-mail: rick.reba@us.nestle.com

Study Description

Multi-laboratory test participation

Each laboratory will be asked to analyze fourteen MLT samples. The results will be submitted to the Study Director for evaluation within the required timelines (6 weeks).

In case the participating laboratories experience any problem or have questions about the method or the protocol, the Study Director should be contacted directly.

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