Detection of Genetically Modified Food Products in a Commercial Laboratory

ABSTRACT Since genetically engineered agricultural plants entered the market, new challenges have been imposed on grain producers, food processors, and food testing laboratories. Service laboratories, especially in the United States, face a lack of standardization of testing methods for bioengineered crops. Food companies need a basis on which to choose a laboratory that can meet their specific analytical needs with regard to applicable regulations or commercial contracts by providing scientifically valid and reproducible results. This article outlines the prime technical aspects for laboratories providing analysis of food and agricultural products by PCR and ELISA.