NOTE 1 The guidelines mostly derive from those developed by AAFCO (see Reference [7]).

NOTE 2 Such analysis methods are developed by ISO and CEN.

NOTE 3 This International Standard does not include special guidelines for sample preparation for microbiological analysis of microorganisms like yeasts, bacteria and moulds. Nonetheless, for microorganisms which are used as feed additives (probiotics), some important aspects of sample preparation are addressed.