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Baby Food and Formula Testing

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 19, 2023

The hidden dangers and what every parent needs to know

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Potency Testing of Biopharmaceuticals

By Editorial Team | Feb 18, 2023

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....

Genotyping

By Editorial Team | Feb 18, 2023

Genotyping is a process used to obtain DNA information, specifically used to determine the genetic variants or differences an individual has. Common genotyping methods include restriction fragment length polymorphism identification of genomic DNA, polymerase chain...

Histology Sample Preparation | Fixing, Processing, Sectioning, Staining

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 17, 2023

Proper histology sample preparation is essential for accurate diagnosis, research, education, and clinical decision-making.

image illustrating histology sample preparation, showcasing the tools, materials, and careful handling involved in the process. The scene captures the precision and meticulousness required for effective histology work.

Antimicrobial Resistance Testing: Ensuring Effective Treatment and Public Health

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 16, 2023

From disk diffusion and broth dilution methods to advanced molecular techniques, these tests provide essential data for managing antimicrobial resistance and protecting public health.

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What is Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?

By Editorial Team | Feb 15, 2023

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a Staph Bacteria Recently, ContractLaboratory.com received a request from a company seeking a microbiology laboratory or surface testing for pathogenic bacteria & viruses including MRSA, which stands for...

$15 million Awarded by NIH for 3-D Tissue Development

By Editorial Team | Feb 15, 2023

According to the NIH, during clinical trials, more than 60 percent of investigational drugs fail, even if they showed promising results in pre-clinical studies on cell and animal research. To stop this from happening, NIH has announced it will award 13 "Tissue Chip...

Preclinical Drug Development

By Editorial Team | Feb 14, 2023

The drug development process is an iterative process. Each stage of development helps to ensure the final product is effective and safe. Preclinical drug development, often called preclinical studies, is the stage in the drug development process where the safety of...

CDC Seasonal Influenza Death Estimate Increases

By Editorial Team | Feb 13, 2023

According to a new study based on data obtained from forty-seven countries performed by the US Center for Disease Control (CDC) and other global health agencies, estimates of flu-related deaths worldwide are higher than previously thought. The study suggests that...

Food Allergy Testing

By Editorial Team | Feb 11, 2023

According to the FDA, food allergies are becoming a more common occurrence with symptoms ranging from mild hives to severe anaphylaxis. Symptoms of a food allergy can show up within a few minutes of eating or up to two hours later. The 8 most common foods to cause...

ELISPOT Assays

By Editorial Team | Feb 10, 2023

Enzyme-linked immunospot (ELISPOT) assays are widely used for monitoring cellular immune responses and have been used in the diagnosis of tuberculosis and in monitoring the body's tolerance to grafts and transplants. Similar to ELISA, ELISPOT combines immunoassay...

New FDA Seafood Consumption Advice Shows Importance for Seafood Testing

By Editorial Team | Feb 9, 2023

EPA and FDA advice makes it easier to select health and safe seafood

Endocrinology Hormone Testing

By Editorial Team | Feb 8, 2023

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...

Urine Drug Toxicology Testing

By Editorial Team | Feb 8, 2023

Most drug toxicology testing is performed on urine samples, as most drugs are broken down and excreted through urine. Testing can also be done on blood, however, concentrations of drugs are usually higher in urine and testing is less invasive, faster, and cheaper....