The Proximate AnalysesData are presented in wet (as is) basis or dry basis Food matrix can affect the analyst◦ High-fat, high-sugar foods interferences◦ Digestion procedures or extraction steps are necessaryProtein (% wet basis) = Protein (% dry basis) x (100 - % moisture)/100 Protein (% dry basis) = Protein (% wet basis) x 100 /(100 - %moisture)