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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: J. AOAC Int . 98 , 993(2015) DOI: 10.5740/jaoacint.15-026 Posted: July 2016

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