Complementary Use of Tools (KeSTE and SISSI) for Sample Size Determination in GM Kernel Lots

The identification of suitable sample sizes for reliable detection of contaminants, including genetically modified (GM) materials, in kernel lots is a key issue in order to make inferences on entire consignments, typically characterized by non-random distribution of such contaminants (Lischer, 2001; Paoletti et al., 2003a; Paoletti et al., 2006). A theoretical model defining sampling strategies for non-randomly distributed GMO testing was developed (Paoletti et al., 2003b) and used for the establishment of ad hoc sampling plans for GMO testing (EC Rec. 787/2004; prCEN/TS 21568). Simulation studies implementing such model indicated that a minimum number of 20 increment samples is necessary to ensure reliable representation of the lot in case of low/medium levels of heterogeneity (Paoletti et al., 2003b).

BELLOCCHI Gianni;  PAOLETTI Claudia;  GRAZIOLI Emanuele;  CONFALONIERI Roberto;  VAN DEN EEDE Guy; 

2007-11-08

Gráfica e Editora Pallotti

JRC34264

http://www.demin.ufrgs.br/conference/,    https://publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/handle/JRC34264,