Methods and Standards

What is Riboprinting?

By Editorial Team | Jan 23, 2023

A technique with the ability to both track and identify bacteria

Green cylindrical bacteria on a black field

NIOSH Analytical Methods Testing and Analysis

By Editorial Team | Jan 23, 2023

The United States National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH publishes a Manual of Analytical Methods. The methods detail sampling and analysis of contaminants in workplace air, and in the blood and urine of workers who are occupationally exposed....

Analysis of Capsaicinoids for Scoville Heating Unit (SHU)

By Editorial Team | Jan 19, 2023

The Scoville Heat Scale, devised by Wilbur Scoville in 1912, has long been the benchmark for measuring the pungency of chili peppers and other spicy foods. While the original method was a sensory test, modern laboratory professionals rely on more objective, precise...

National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Standards Testing

By Editorial Team | Jan 19, 2023

The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) creates codes and standards related to fire and electrical safety. Generally, compliance with NFPA standards is voluntary. However, compliance with the NFPA codes and standards can greatly improve the quality and safety of...

How is ISO 10993 Medical Device Biocompatibility Testing Performed?

By Editorial Team | Jan 18, 2023

ISO 10993 medical device biocompatibility testing is performed to observe how compatible a device is with living tissue. To be considered biocompatible, a device needs to cause no local or systemic response. Biocompatibility is determined through a series of tests...

Medical Device Biocompatiability Testing

Pharmaceutical Drug USP Test Methods

By Editorial Team | Jan 17, 2023

U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) is an organization whose main goal is to help improve human health by creating standards to ensure higher quality and safer pharmaceuticals, foods, and dietary supplements (learn more about USP standards). The FDA enforces standards set by...

Technical Standards Explained |ASTM Standards

By Editorial Team | Jan 13, 2023

ASTM Standards are technical standards developed by ASTM International. These technical standards apply a broad range of products, systems, and even services. Having established more than 12,575 standards globally, ASTM International is one of the largest...