Microbiology-PTM-OMA_Modules_1-5

Harmonized Studies:  Qualitative

Type of Analysis

AOAC RI PTM Validation AOAC OMA Validation ISO 16140‐2 Validation

50 target strains (100 for Salmonella)

50 target strains (100 for Salmonella)

50 target strains (100 for Salmonella)

Inclusivity Testing

Enrich according to  method’s most challenging  protocol. Test at 10‐100X  LOD of method

100x LOD 50 in all  enrichment broths

100x LOD 50 in all  enrichment broths

30 non‐target strains

30 non‐target strains

30 non‐target strains

Exclusivity Testing

Non‐selective enrichment at stationary growth level

Non‐selective enrichment at stationary growth level

Non‐selective enrichment at stationary growth level