Laboratory Services

Precision Medicine Research and Development Studies

By Editorial Team | Feb 2, 2023

Genetics and genomics lead the way toward individualized healthcare

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Mineral Cosmetics and Bismuth Oxychloride Testing and Analysis: Ensuring Safety and Quality

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 1, 2023

Discover the importance of testing and analysis for mineral cosmetics, focusing on bismuth oxychloride to ensure product safety, quality, and compliance.

image of a modern laboratory bench featuring cosmetics products and a jar of bismuth oxychloride, emphasizing a professional testing environment.

OECD Testing

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 1, 2023

OECD testing is a critical component of chemical safety and environmental protection efforts worldwide.

Lab bench with glass test tubes and flasks

HRIPT Testing: Evaluating Skin Safety and Allergenicity

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 1, 2023

The Human Repeat Insult Patch Test (HRIPT) is a critical method used in product safety and sensitivity evaluation.

image of an HRIPT patch being applied to the upper arm of a test patient in a clinical lab environment.

Ovarian Cancer Early Detection Tests Development

By Editorial Team | Feb 1, 2023

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

By Editorial Team | Feb 1, 2023

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...

CDC Biosafety Levels: BSL-1, BSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-4

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 31, 2023

From the minimal risk of BSL-1 to the extreme precautions of BSL-4, each level represents a carefully calibrated set of standards to ensure that scientific work can proceed without compromising safety.

image depicting a modern laboratory door with a Biosafety Level 4 (BSL-4) symbol

Medical Device Irritation Testing

By Editorial Team | Jan 30, 2023

Support clients’ compliance goals with irritation testing services aligned with ISO 10993-10 and 10993-23, using validated lab-based and alternative methods

Close-up of a BP machine with one hand holding the monitor and the other wearing the torniquet.

Olive Oil Authenticity Testing

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 29, 2023

Olive oil is a staple in kitchens worldwide, valued for its flavor, nutritional benefits, and versatility. However, the olive oil industry faces significant challenges with product adulteration and fraud, which can compromise quality and mislead consumers. In the...

image showing the testing of olive oil on a modern lab bench, featuring a variety of olive oil samples and scientific equipment in a professional and organized research environment.

CLO Value: Understanding Clothing Insulation Testing and Research

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 29, 2023

CLO value testing is a critical aspect of clothing design and performance, ensuring that garments provide the necessary insulation for comfort and safety

image of a person wearing a furry parka coat, focusing on the face framed by the thick, fluffy fur of the hood in a cold, snowy environment.

Shoe and Footwear Testing: Ensuring Quality, Safety, and Performance

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 28, 2023

Rigorous testing ensures that footwear provides the protection, comfort, and reliability that consumers demand.

image showing the laboratory testing of a shoe. The scene captures a realistic laboratory setting with a technician observing the testing process, emphasizing the scientific approach to ensuring footwear quality and safety

Biocompatibility Testing for Medical Devices

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 28, 2023

Biocompatibility testing is essential for the safe and effective use of medical devices, ensuring they meet rigorous safety standards and regulatory requirements.

image of medical tools on a steel tray indicative of the improtance of biocompatibility testing of medical devices.

Food Recalls

By Editorial Team | Jan 28, 2023

The FDA has issued more than 13 food recalls in the last 7 days. The recalls were related to undeclared ingredients like soy, milk, and eggs, Listeria and E. coli, and products not being manufactured in compliance with cGMPs. The FDA posts all food recalls on their...