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EN 16707 Detection of Specific GMO Events in Soya and Maize: Eurolabs Laboratory Testing Service

The detection of specific Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) events in soya and maize is a critical aspect of food safety and regulatory compliance. The European standard EN 16707 provides the requirements for detecting GMO events in these crops. This article will provide an overview of the relevant standards, legal framework, and international and national standards that apply to this specific laboratory test.

1.1 Relevant Standards

The detection of GMO events is governed by various standards, including:

  • ISO/TS 22003:2010 (Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems)

  • ASTM E2913-13 (Standard Guide for Sampling Vegetables)

  • EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005 (General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories)

    • 1.2 Legal Framework

    The European Union has established regulations to ensure the safe use of GMOs in food products, including Directive 2001/18/EC and Regulation (EU) No 1829/2003. These regulations require that GMO events be detected and monitored throughout the supply chain.

    1.3 International and National Standards

    International standards for detecting GMO events include:

  • ISO 21569:2010 (Seed analysis Quantitative real-time PCR methods)

  • ASTM E2914-13 (Standard Guide for Sampling Grains)

    • National standards in various countries, such as Germanys Biologische Sicherheit von Lebensmittelproduktionen (Bio Safety in Food Production), also govern GMO detection.

    1.4 Standard Development Organizations and Their Role

    The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is the primary standard development organization for international standards related to testing and calibration laboratories. The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) develops European standards, including EN 16707.

    1.5 How Standards Evolve and Get Updated

    Standards evolve through a continuous process of review and update. ISO/TC 34/SC 7 (Seed analysis) is responsible for developing and maintaining standards related to seed analysis, including GMO detection.

    The EN 16707 standard requires laboratories to detect specific GMO events in soya and maize using quantitative real-time PCR methods. This section will explain the business and technical reasons for conducting this test.

    2.1 Business Reasons

    Conducting EN 16707 testing provides several business advantages, including:

  • Compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Enhanced product safety and reliability

  • Competitive advantage through international market access

    • 2.2 Technical Reasons

    Technical reasons for conducting EN 16707 testing include:

  • Detection of specific GMO events

  • Quantification of GMO DNA

  • Monitoring of GMO presence throughout the supply chain

    • 2.3 Consequences of Not Performing this Test

    Failure to detect GMO events can lead to serious consequences, including:

  • Regulatory non-compliance

  • Product contamination and safety issues

  • Loss of customer confidence and market share

    • This section will provide a detailed step-by-step explanation of how the EN 16707 test is conducted.

    3.1 Testing Equipment and Instruments

    The following equipment and instruments are used for conducting EN 16707 testing:

  • Real-time PCR machines

  • Thermocyclers

  • Microscopes

  • Pipettes

    • 3.2 Testing Environment Requirements

    The testing environment must meet the following requirements:

  • Temperature: 20C 2C

  • Humidity: 50 10

  • Lighting: Incandescent light source with a spectral range of 400-700 nm

    • This section will explain how test results are documented and reported.

    4.1 Report Format and Structure

    Test reports must include the following information:

  • Sample identification

  • Testing methodology

  • Results and conclusions

  • Certifications and accreditation details

    • This section will provide a comprehensive explanation of the benefits and advantages of conducting EN 16707 testing.

    5.1 Risk Assessment and Mitigation

    EN 16707 testing provides several risk assessment and mitigation benefits, including:

  • Early detection of GMO events

  • Quantification of GMO DNA

  • Monitoring of GMO presence throughout the supply chain

    • Eurolabs expertise and experience in this field make it an ideal provider of EN 16707 testing services.

    6.1 Expertise and Experience

    Eurolab has extensive experience in detecting GMO events using quantitative real-time PCR methods.

    6.2 State-of-the-Art Equipment and Instruments

    Eurolab is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and instruments, including real-time PCR machines and thermocyclers.

    7. Conclusion

    In conclusion, EN 16707 detection of specific GMO events in soya and maize is a critical aspect of food safety and regulatory compliance. Eurolabs expertise and experience make it an ideal provider of this service.

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