Tasks of the EU-RL :
The functions of the EU-RL are the following to promote and develop research on new analytical methods :
- to help NRLs of the European Union to implement quality assurance systems
- to approve validated methods
- to provide the NRLs with routine methods developed during the MRL procedure
- to provide the NRLs with information on analytical methods
- to provide on request the NRLs with opinions on residue assays
- to organise proficiency testing studies between LNRs
- to perform analysis in case of disagreement between Member States
- to organise training sessions for LNRs
- to provide the Commission with technical and scientific advice
- to provide the Commission with an annual activity report
- to help NRLs of Third Countries