AOAC SPADA February 2015 Meeting Book

Qualitative methods

• Probability of Detection (POD) • Acceptable Limit of Detection (AMDL)

• Inclusivity l • Exc usivity

Summary

• SMPRs provide a logical way to define what we need in a method. • SMPRs provide a way to standardize inclusivity/exclusivity panels. • The process allows a community to agree on

and set the minimum performance requirements for a class of methods.