Recognized standard

EP39, 1st Edition

FDA recognition 7-311 · CLSI · InVitro Diagnostics

Key facts

Recognition number 7-311
Designation EP39, 1st Edition
Title A Hierarchical Approach to Selecting Surrogate Samples for the Evaluation of In Vitro Medical Laboratory Tests
Standards developer Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute
Specialty area InVitro Diagnostics
Date of entry Dec 20, 2021
Scope (excerpt) This guideline establishes a definition of "surrogate sample" and an approach for selecting, preparing, and using these samples. It discusses surrogate sample: - Composition - Technical preparation - Selection criteria - Documentation and planning - Use in specific performance study types The…

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