CHAPTER IIITESTING AND VALIDATION OF METHODS OF ANALYSIS, REPORTING AND GUIDANCE

Article 12Guidance

1.

The F1reference laboratory may establish detailed guidance for applicants concerning:

(a)

reference samples;

(b)

the testing of methods of analysis, including in particular criteria about when such testing may be required;

(c)

the validation of methods of analysis, including in particular criteria about when such validation may be requiredF2;

F3(d)

requirements concerning methods of analysis submitted in accordance with paragraph 2.6. of Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 429/2008.

2.

The F1reference laboratory shall establish detailed guidance for F4scientific experts or official laboratories, including criteria for appointing scientific experts or official laboratories.