Table 5.
Details of the Number of Samples Tested, including the positive and negative controls by Ft LFA testing in each of the 6 phases
| Test Phase | Positive Controls Tested | Negative Controls Tested | Number of Samples Tested | Total Tests Performed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1: Linear dynamic range and reproducibility testing | 5 | 8 | 168 | 181 |
| Phase 2: Inclusivity panel | 5 | 5 | 65 | 75 |
| Phase 3: Near-neighbor panel | 5 | 5 | 55 | 65 |
| Phase 4: Environmental background panel | 5 | 5 | 305 | 315 |
| Phase 5a: White powder panel | 10 | 5 | 130 | 145 |
| Phase 5b: White powders spiked with F. tularensis LVS panel | 5 | 5 | 130 | 140 |
| Phase 6: Environmental filter extract panel | 3 | 3 | 10 | 16 |
| Total tested | 38 | 36 | 863 | 937 |