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. 2018 Jan 17;10(1):100. doi: 10.3390/nu10010100

Table 3.

Project Components for Developing the USDA Food Iodine Database.

Design phase (Completed)

  • Define research needs

  • Review existing data

  • Assess iodine distribution in the food supply

  • Develop sampling design and calculate sample sizes

Preliminary study phase (Completed)

  • Conduct stability studies

  • Develop sample handling protocols

  • Identify appropriate analytical methods and quality control materials

Research implementation phase (Ongoing)

  • Conduct analyses and data quality control reviews

  • Conduct ancillary studies

  • Disseminate data and documentation