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Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC)

Particle Size Distribution (PSD) Testing

Last week, Contract Laboratory received a request from a company needing particle size distribution (PSD) testing. Particle size distribution is a measurement indicating the size of the present particles and the proportion at which they are dispersed in a powder,...

What is Ames Testing?

The Ames test is an assay used throughout the world using bacteria to detect chemical substances that are known to cause DNA damage resulting in gene mutations. Testing is performed on substances from chemicals to new drugs. If the test results a positive, the...

Fungus Testing and Analysis

Are you looking for Fungus Testing and Analysis? Today, Contract Laboratory received a request for fungus testing and analysis from a disinfectant manufacturer needing a Microbiology Laboratory needed for microbial efficacy testing of anti-microbial solution...

Glycolysis Research Study Testing

Today, Contract Laboratory received a Test Request from a Pharmaceutical Company needing a preclinical contract research organization for  glycolysis research study testing as part of a clinical trial. Glycolysis is the first step in cellular respiration, a process...

Adhesive Testing

To test their bonding strength, adhesive testing is performed on tapes, glues, gels, paint, and other substances. Testing is performed at different temperatures and is also done to determine the strength and failure point of the adhesive. Bonding failure can occur...

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) is a new DNA sequencing technology that has completely changed the way genomic research is done by allowing researchers to study biological systems at a new level, cheaper and faster than previous methods. With NGS came the ability...

Potency Testing of Biopharmaceuticals

Potency testing is a term used to describe the process of measuring biological activity in a product. Many methods exist to determine the potency of a biopharmaceutical such as ligand and receptor binding assays, cell culture-based assays, and animal-based assays....

Consumer Product Safety | Hardlines and Softlines Testing

Consumer product safety of hardlines and softlines is a major concern for most retailers and manufacturers. Hardlines and softlines testing, known as hard goods and soft goods, are two major types of testing. Softline goods are retail products like clothes, linens...

Consumer Product Safety

Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT)

What is CCIT? Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT) is done to evaluate the strength and integrity of a container closure system. Testing of container closures is important as it ensures a sterile barrier against microorganisms and other potentially dangerous...

Electronic Testing

Exploring the Importance and Impacts of the Electronics Industry. Electronics have a vital role in our lives, powering devices, companies, and systems. We heavily rely on their flawless functioning for multiple daily activities. To keep the world running, people...

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Why Does Laboratory Proficiency Testing Matter?

Laboratory Proficiency Testing, sometimes referred to as inter-laboratory comparison, is used to assess the performance of laboratories by having them perform specific tests or measurements. Laboratory Proficiency Testing is performed by sending a specific item for...

Laboratory Proficiency Testing

Endocrinology Hormone Testing

Endocrinology hormone testing is important to determine the functioning of the endocrine system.  Endocrinology is the study of the endocrine system, the collection of hormone producing glands responsible for regulating metabolism, reproduction, sleep, mood, tissue...

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