Glossary

Specificity

Also writtenselectivity

The ability to assess the analyte accurately in the presence of other components such as impurities, degradants, and matrix.

Source · MFDS, 「알기 쉬운 GMP 용어집」, Specificity Korean original

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Findings from regulators' inspection documents in which this term appears.

  1. The proposed sanitize-able metal tool for trash handling lacks specificity and does not mitigate immediate contamination risks during aseptic operation.
    FDA · FDA Warning Letter · 2026-03-17
  2. The accuracy, sensitivity and specificity of test methods have not been documented.
    FDA · FDA 483 · 2019-04-08
  3. The accuracy, specificity and reproducibility of test methods have not been established and documented.
    FDA · FDA 483 · 2020-02-24
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MFDS, 「알기 쉬운 GMP 용어집」, Specificity Korean original

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