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Harmonization Studies:  Identification and Confirmation Methods

• Inclusivity • Family Level – (non‐ Salmonella ) – 200 strains • Genus Level – (non‐ Salmonella ) – 150 strains • Species Level – (non‐ Salmonella ) – 100 strains • Microbial (sub) type Level – (non‐ Salmonella ) – 25  strains/subtype  

• Genus or Species Level – ( Salmonella ) – 150 strains • Include 2 bongori, salamae, arizonae, diarizonae, houtenae, indica (if method claims, if not, include in exclusivity) • Serovar Level – ( Salmonella ) – 25 strains per serovar