Total number of shipments supplied to FERN laboratories for outbreaks, surveillance activities, proficiency testing, and methods validation in the quarter

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Total number of shipments supplied to FERN laboratories for outbreaks, surveillance activities, proficiency testing, and methods validation in the quarterFDA and other FERN laboratories need to have supplies on hand in preparation for outbreaks, surveillance activities, training, proficiency testing, and methods validation so as not to hamper a rapid and efficient response to ensure the safety of U.S. foods by removing potentially harmful products from the marketplace.

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2010

FY 2010 9-Month Total: 105

Oct-Dec 2009N/AJan-Mar 201020Apr-Jun 201037Jul-Sep 201048

2011

FY 2011 9-Month Total: 125

Oct-Dec 201083Jan-Mar 201112Apr-Jun 201130Jul-Sep 2011N/A

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