Undertanding HRIPT Testing
HRIPT testing represents a cornerstone of product safety and efficacy in the skincare and cosmetic industries
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Ovarian Cancer Early Detection Tests Development
Researchers identify 16 metabolite compounds used to differentiate between women with and without early-stage ovarian cancer
New Method of Drug Delivery, NIST Technique Creates Nanocontainers
Have doctors developed a new method for drug delivery? A new technology that could allow very precise methods for drug delivery was announced on April 7, 2016, by the US National Standards for Standards and Technology NIST when thy announced a new patent. In...
What are Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) Foods?
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) foods are created in a laboratory through genetic modification and engineering. Non-Genetically Modified Organisms (Non-GMO) foods are those that have not been genetically modified. Many concerns regarding the safety of GMOs...
3 Free | Chemicals in Nail Polish
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene, and formaldehyde, are three chemicals known as the "toxic trio" often found in nail polish. Include formaldehyde resin (tosylamide/TSFR) and camphor and you've got five toxic ingredients, all commonly used to reduce cracking and...
What is XRD Analysis?
XRD analysis, short for X-ray diffraction analysis, is an analytical technique used for the identification of crystalline material. XRD can provide information such as cell dimensions, atomic arrangement, size, phase, etc. XRD is commonly used for phase...
Immunoassays
An immunoassay is a highly sensitive chemical test done to detect a substance in blood or other bodily fluid sample. Immunoassays have been used to track things like proteins, hormones, drugs, tumor markers, and antibodies, as well as to detect contaminants. The...
CDC Biosafety Levels: BSL-1, BSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-4
CDC Biosafety Levels are prevention mechanisms aimed at reducing the risk of exposure to potentially harmful microbes as well as reducing contamination of the surrounding environment. The US Center for Disease Control has set the CDC biosafety levels to contain...
US FDA Nutraceutical, Dietary Supplement, and Vitamin Testing
In the rapidly expanding market of nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, and vitamins, ensuring product safety and compliance with regulatory standards is paramount. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays a crucial role in establishing guidelines...
Anti-Viral Testing and Research: What is it?
Need anti-viral testing and research? Contract Laboratory receives many requests for anti-viral testing. Today, we received a request from a University Medical researcher needing a laboratory for conducting In-Vitro testing of a polyherbal formulation against H1N1...
Medical Device Irritation Testing
Medical device irritation testing is a highly regulated industry (read more about medical device cleaning and validation) with requirements for cleaning, sterilization, reprocessing, and irritation testing. Similar to biocompatibility, irritation testing determines...
Fruit Testing and Analysis. Fruit Tests and Analyses.
Why is fruit testing and analysis important? Apples oranges kiwis pears and lemons! Fruit testing and analyses are performed by farms, produce distributors, and food manufacturers before distribution for further manufacturing or consumption. In the realm of...
National Nutrition Month
Did you know March is National Nutrition Month? The intent of National Nutrition Month is to educate and inform consumers of the importance of making healthy and informed food choices as well as developing good physical activity habits. The idea is to remind people...
USA Olive Oil Authenticity Testing
In April of 2017, the House Agriculture Committee decided to take steps to address the increased occurrence of adulterated or fraudulently labeled olive oil that is imported into the United States. The main reason for the decision to begin testing imported olive...
What is DNA Purification?
DNA purification, a cornerstone technique in molecular biology, is a process designed to extract and purify DNA from various biological samples. This crucial procedure not only facilitates the isolation of DNA but also ensures its purity, making it suitable for a...
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