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Aqua Feeds: Formulation & Beyond Volume 2, Issue 1, 2005
Title:	Errors in the Analysis of Aqua Feeds and Feed Ingredients
Section:	Quality, pages 21-23
Author:	Dr. S. Divakaran Central Analytical Laboratory, Oceanic Institute, 41202 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA
E-mail:	Divakaran@oceanicinstitute.org

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Errors occur in the laboratory analysis of aqua feeds and ingredients due to various reasons. This article provides a brief description of errors that occur in proximate analysis, why they occur and possible remedial measures where applicable. Simple rules such as writing down the protocol and ensuring sample heterogeneity will go a long way in assuring that errors are minimized. Choice of appropriate method based on sample material characteristics is also highly important.

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