Laboratory Services

ASTM Infant Bath Tubs Safety Standard: Ensuring Safe Bathing for Babies

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 10, 2023

By setting specific requirements for design, stability, labeling, and chemical safety, the standard helps protect infants from potential hazards during bathing.

image of an infant bath tub with a yellow rubber duck floating inside. The setting captures a clean and modern bathroom environment, emphasizing safety and the enjoyable nature of bath time for infants.

Pathogen Testing in the Food Industry

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 10, 2023

By employing advanced testing methods and partnering with accredited laboratories, food companies can protect consumers, maintain regulatory compliance, and uphold their brand reputation.

image of realistic fruits and vegetables with a background featuring magnified pathogenic microorganisms, highlighting the contrast between healthy produce and food safety concerns

Navigating CLIA Laboratory Testing: A Guide to Compliance and Excellence

By Editorial Team | Feb 9, 2023

CLIA laboratory testing represents the backbone of quality diagnostics in healthcare.

Laboratory Proficiency Testing: What It Is and Why It Matters

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 9, 2023

Laboratory proficiency testing (PT) is a critical component of quality assurance in any testing laboratory. It ensures that laboratories maintain high standards, produce reliable results, and stay competitive in an industry where accuracy is paramount. This article...

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Pharmaceutical Drug Development Facilitated by New Software

By Editorial Team | Feb 9, 2023

Pharmaceutical Drug Development is an extremely long and very costly process. However, pharmaceutical drug development is made faster through new software known at AptaTRACE. AptaTRAC was developed by scientific researchers led by Dr. Teresa Przytycka of the US...

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...

EPA Hazardous Waste Clean-Up Testing from Hurricane Flooding

By Editorial Team | Feb 8, 2023

As Houston begins rebuilding in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, one major hurdle they will face is how to cleanup hazardous waste sites affected by the storm. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) confirmed 13 of the Superfund sites hit by Harvey were...

Toxicological Risk Assessment (TRA): Ensuring Safety in Product Development

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 7, 2023

By identifying and evaluating the potential risks posed by toxic substances, TRA helps protect public health, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the development of safer products.

image of a gloved hand in a laboratory taking a sample from a cosmetic product, emphasizing the precision required in cosmetic product safety testing

REACH Registration: A Comprehensive Guide for Testing Laboratories and Businesses

By Editorial Team | Feb 7, 2023

REACH registration is a regulatory requirement for the EU chemical market and also a business opportunity for contract testing labs worldwide

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Outsourcing Antibody Research Studies

By Editorial Team | Feb 7, 2023

Contract Laboratory frequently works with Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, and Healthcare companies in the outsourcing of their Antibody Research Studies. Below are some examples of Antibody Research Studies projects that we have worked with. France University...

LabX Media Group Adds Contract Laboratory to Its Growing Portfolio

By Science Technology | Feb 6, 2023

LabX Media Group announces the acquisition of ContractLaboratory.com,
the industry leader in laboratory outsourcing.

Antibiotics in Food – 3rd Annual Report Released

By Editorial Team | Feb 6, 2023

In the third annual "Chain Reaction" report, the most popular US fast food chains are graded on their use of antibiotics in food, specifically meat, as well as their policies and meat sourcing practices. Historically, antibiotics have been given to animals that...

Pharmaceutical Pharmacokinetic / Pharmacodynamic Studies

By Editorial Team | Feb 4, 2023

Pharmaceutical Pharmacokinetic / Pharmacodynamic Studies or PK / PD studies are techniques used in the study of pharmacology. Pharmacokinetic, commonly referred to as PK, is the study of what the body does and how it reacts to a drug. Conversely, pharmacodynamics,...

Cosmetics Microbiology Testing

By Editorial Team | Feb 4, 2023

From glittery eye shadow to SPF anti-aging skincare face creams, to water-proof eyelash mascara and glossy long-lasting lipsticks, cosmetics microbiology testing is important. Cosmetics come into contact with the human body and need to be safe from microorganisms...

Workplace Safety Testing

By Editorial Team | Feb 4, 2023

Emphasizing Laboratory Workplace Safety through Rigorous Testing In the world of scientific research and experimentation, laboratory safety is paramount. The unique environment of a laboratory, with its complex mix of chemicals, biological agents, and sophisticated...