For methods seeking AOAC Official Methods of Analysis℠ status, both gluten guidelines outline clear expectations for multi‑site collaborative studies. AOAC INTERNATIONAL Guidelines for Validation of Qualitative Gluten Methods with Specific Examples – Lateral Flow Devices (SG 2025.001) defines requirements for qualitative collaborative validation, while AOAC INTERNATIONAL Guidelines for Validation of Quantitative Gluten Methods with Specific Examples – ELISA Assays (SG 2025.002) provides detailed expectations for quantitative interlaboratory studies, including number of labs, matrix selection, and statistical analysis.
These harmonized requirements support reproducibility, transparency, and global confidence in validated methods. Purchase the guidelines today.
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