Abstract
Proficiency testing involves the performance of test procedures on routine samples by a number of laboratories. Interlaboratory proficiency testings provide multiple benefits to participants since they play a key-role in the total quality control of laboratory activities. They serve as a means of self-improving, as a mechanism of continuing education and as a source of information for accreditation agencies. This review highlights basic principles, benefits, criteria and capabilities of a proficiency testing programme for food analysis laboratories as well as their role in the implementation of rapidly developing food control legislation.
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Council Directive 93/43/EEC, 14 June 1993,Hygiene of Foodstuffs.
Council Directive 88/320/EEC, 9 June 1988,Inspection and Verification of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
Council Directive 89/397/EEC, 14 June 1989,Official Control of Foodstuffs.
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Brera, C., Miraglia, M. Proficiency testing programmes as a tool in food quality assurance: Overview of Italian experiences. Mikrochim Acta 123, 39–43 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01244376
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01244376