What is PD CEN/TS 16707-Detection of genetically modified organisms in food products about?
PD CEN/TS 16707 is a technical specification on foodstuffs that discusses the methods of analysis for the detection of genetically modified organisms and derived products by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based screening strategies to enhance crop yields and simultaneously decreased pesticide use.
PD CEN/TS 16707 screening strategies for the detection of genetically modified (GM) DNA in food products by means of PCR methods. The strategies have been established for food matrices, but it can also be applied to other matrices (e.g., feed, seed, and samples from field grown plants).
Detection of GM DNA is based on PCR methods targeting segments of transgenic DNA sequences (genetic elements, genetic constructs, or insertion sites of transgenes). Various combinations of these PCR methods are involved in screening strategies. The methods are applied simultaneously or hierarchically. The general strategy is based on the matrix approach. Examples for the implementation and application of this approach are described.
To ensure reliable analytical results, PD CEN/TS 16707 provides guidelines for the validation of the performance of qualitative PCR methods applied in screening approaches.
Who is PD CEN/TS 16707-Detection of genetically modified organisms in food products for?
PD CEN/TS 16707 on the detection of genetically modified organisms in food products is useful for:
- Food scientists
- Food technologists
- Food laboratories
- Food health and safety departments
Why should you use PD CEN/TS 16707-Detection of genetically modified organisms in food products?
Genetically modified (GM) foods are foods derived from organisms whose genetic material (DNA) has been modified in a way that does not occur naturally, e.g., through the introduction of a gene from a different organism.
The detection of materials derived from genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in each sample employs polymerase chain reaction (PCR) analysis, specifically real-time PCR.
PD CEN/TS 16707 provides you guidance with apparatus and equipment, PCR analysis, screening, the combination of targets, GM event identification, interpretation of PCR results, PCR method performance criteria and validation.
The methods of analysis provided by PD CEN/TS 16707 assist you in the detection and identification of genetically modified organisms in food products, enhance the nutrient composition and food quality and provide resistance to pests and disease, greater food security, and severe medical benefits.
With obedience and compliance to PD CEN/TS 16707, you can enhance food products’ efficacy and manufacture a standardized high-quality product.
