ASTM E3131-17(2024)

Annotation of standard text ASTM E3131-17(2024) :

This specification prescribes a statistically based testing approach for evaluating the performance of nucleic acid-based detection systems used in bacterial pathogen screening of suspicious visible powders. Nucleic acid-based detection systems are used to detect, identify, or quantify, or combinations thereof, biological hazards to support short-term tactical decision making to protect responders and the public. The system is intended to provide low false-positive and false-negative rates. Uses of these systems include survey, surveillance, and screening of samples, particularly during a response to a suspected biological agent incident.


Keywords:
biodetection assay, biological agent, biological assessment, biothreat agent, confidence interval, confidence level, deoxyribonucleic acid, DNA, field screening, first responder, homeland security, nucleic acid, pathogen, PCR, polymerase chain reaction, probability of detection, spore, suspicious powder,, ICS Number Code 13.300 (Protection against dangerous goods)