Microbiological testing is vital for ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance. Our laboratory offers comprehensive microbiological services using both traditional and advanced methods.
Microbiological testing is vital for ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance. Our laboratory offers comprehensive microbiological services using both traditional and advanced methods.
USP: We adhere to the United States Pharmacopeia guidelines, ensuring products are free from harmful microorganisms.
EP: We follow European Pharmacopoeia standards for products intended for the European market.
Health Canada: We use methods outlined in Health Canada’s Compendium for detecting microorganisms in food, NHPs, cosmetics, and medicinal cannabis.
AOAC: We apply AOAC-approved methods, particularly for food and environmental testing.
PCR: A molecular technique for quick pathogen detection in cannabis, food, and pharmaceuticals.
TEMPO®: Automates microorganism enumeration, ideal for large sample volumes.
VIDAS®: Provides rapid, reliable pathogen and toxin detection in food and pharmaceuticals.
3M™ Petrifilm™: Offers easy-to-use plates for microbial testing of cannabis, food, beverages, and environmental samples.
We use advanced technology and adhere to regulatory standards to deliver accurate, reliable results.
Microbiological testing in the food industry is crucial for detecting pathogens and spoilage organisms that can compromise food safety. Our services help food manufacturers and processors meet regulatory standards and protect consumer health. We test for bacteria such as Salmonella, E. coli 0157, and Listeria monocytogenes, as well as yeast, mold, and other contaminants, ensuring that food products are safe for consumption. We also provide heat-kill validation studies which are crucial to food safety processes.
NHPs, including dietary supplements and herbal products, require rigorous microbiological testing to ensure they are free from harmful microorganisms. We provide testing for microbial contaminants, including total aerobic microbial count, total yeast and mold count, coliforms, and specific pathogens like Candida albicans, B.cepacia etc, in accordance with Health Canada and other global regulatory standards. We also provide matrix suitability and inhibition testing, as well as antimicrobial efficacy tests according to USP guidelines.
In the pharmaceutical industry, microbiological testing is critical for ensuring the sterility and safety of products. We perform tests in compliance with USP and EP standards, including microbial enumeration and tests for specified microorganisms. We also offer specific tests for suitability of pharmaceutical products and antimicrobial efficacy testing as per USP guidelines. Our services help pharmaceutical companies ensure that their products are free from harmful microorganisms and safe for patient use.
Microbiological testing in cosmetics is vital .to prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms that could cause infections or spoilage. We provide comprehensive testing services to ensure that cosmetic products meet industry standards and are safe for consumer use. Our testing includes microbial limits testing, preservative efficacy testing, and identification of specific pathogens.
As the medicinal cannabis industry grows, so does the need for stringent microbiological testing. We offer testing for microbial contaminants in cannabis products, including tests for total yeast and mold, total aerobic count, and specific pathogens like E.coli, Bile-tolerant Gram-negative bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa etc. In addition to traditional methods, we also provide validated alternate methods of testing cannabis matrices using rapid technologies like PCR,TEMPO® and 3M™ Petrifilm™ for faster and accurate results. Our services help ensure that medicinal cannabis products meet regulatory requirements and are safe for medical use.
Microbiological testing of environmental samples, such as water, soil, and air, is essential for monitoring contamination and ensuring a safe environment. We provide testing for various microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, to assess environmental quality and comply with regulatory standards.
USP: We adhere to the United States Pharmacopeia guidelines, ensuring products are free from harmful microorganisms.
EP: We follow European Pharmacopoeia standards for products intended for the European market.
Health Canada: We use methods outlined in Health Canada’s Compendium for detecting microorganisms in food, NHPs, cosmetics, and medicinal cannabis.
AOAC: We apply AOAC-approved methods, particularly for food and environmental testing.
PCR: A molecular technique for quick pathogen detection in cannabis, food, and pharmaceuticals.
TEMPO®: Automates microorganism enumeration, ideal for large sample volumes.
VIDAS®: Provides rapid, reliable pathogen and toxin detection in food and pharmaceuticals.
3M™ Petrifilm™: Offers easy-to-use plates for microbial testing of cannabis, food, beverages, and environmental samples.
We use advanced technology and adhere to regulatory standards to deliver accurate, reliable results.
Microbiological testing in the food industry is crucial for detecting pathogens and spoilage organisms that can compromise food safety. Our services help food manufacturers and processors meet regulatory standards and protect consumer health. We test for bacteria such as Salmonella, E. coli 0157, and Listeria monocytogenes, as well as yeast, mold, and other contaminants, ensuring that food products are safe for consumption. We also provide heat-kill validation studies which are crucial to food safety processes.
NHPs, including dietary supplements and herbal products, require rigorous microbiological testing to ensure they are free from harmful microorganisms. We provide testing for microbial contaminants, including total aerobic microbial count, total yeast and mold count, coliforms, and specific pathogens like Candida albicans, B.cepacia etc, in accordance with Health Canada and other global regulatory standards. We also provide matrix suitability and inhibition testing, as well as antimicrobial efficacy tests according to USP guidelines.
In the pharmaceutical industry, microbiological testing is critical for ensuring the sterility and safety of products. We perform tests in compliance with USP and EP standards, including microbial enumeration and tests for specified microorganisms. We also offer specific tests for suitability of pharmaceutical products and antimicrobial efficacy testing as per USP guidelines. Our services help pharmaceutical companies ensure that their products are free from harmful microorganisms and safe for patient use.
Microbiological testing in cosmetics is vital .to prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms that could cause infections or spoilage. We provide comprehensive testing services to ensure that cosmetic products meet industry standards and are safe for consumer use. Our testing includes microbial limits testing, preservative efficacy testing, and identification of specific pathogens.
As the medicinal cannabis industry grows, so does the need for stringent microbiological testing. We offer testing for microbial contaminants in cannabis products, including tests for total yeast and mold, total aerobic count, and specific pathogens like E.coli, Bile-tolerant Gram-negative bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa etc. In addition to traditional methods, we also provide validated alternate methods of testing cannabis matrices using rapid technologies like PCR,TEMPO® and 3M™ Petrifilm™ for faster and accurate results. Our services help ensure that medicinal cannabis products meet regulatory requirements and are safe for medical use.
Microbiological testing of environmental samples, such as water, soil, and air, is essential for monitoring contamination and ensuring a safe environment. We provide testing for various microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, to assess environmental quality and comply with regulatory standards.
Microbiological testing is vital for ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance. Our laboratory offers comprehensive microbiological services using both traditional and advanced methods.
USP: We adhere to the United States Pharmacopeia guidelines, ensuring products are free from harmful microorganisms.
EP: We follow European Pharmacopoeia standards for products intended for the European market.
Health Canada: We use methods outlined in Health Canada’s Compendium for detecting microorganisms in food, NHPs, cosmetics, and medicinal cannabis.
AOAC: We apply AOAC-approved methods, particularly for food and environmental testing.
PCR: A molecular technique for quick pathogen detection in cannabis, food, and pharmaceuticals.
TEMPO®: Automates microorganism enumeration, ideal for large sample volumes.
VIDAS®: Provides rapid, reliable pathogen and toxin detection in food and pharmaceuticals.
3M™ Petrifilm™: Offers easy-to-use plates for microbial testing of cannabis, food, beverages, and environmental samples.
We use advanced technology and adhere to regulatory standards to deliver accurate, reliable results.
Microbiological testing in the food industry is crucial for detecting pathogens and spoilage organisms that can compromise food safety. Our services help food manufacturers and processors meet regulatory standards and protect consumer health. We test for bacteria such as Salmonella, E. coli 0157, and Listeria monocytogenes, as well as yeast, mold, and other contaminants, ensuring that food products are safe for consumption. We also provide heat-kill validation studies which are crucial to food safety processes.
NHPs, including dietary supplements and herbal products, require rigorous microbiological testing to ensure they are free from harmful microorganisms. We provide testing for microbial contaminants, including total aerobic microbial count, total yeast and mold count, coliforms, and specific pathogens like Candida albicans, B.cepacia etc, in accordance with Health Canada and other global regulatory standards. We also provide matrix suitability and inhibition testing, as well as antimicrobial efficacy tests according to USP guidelines.
In the pharmaceutical industry, microbiological testing is critical for ensuring the sterility and safety of products. We perform tests in compliance with USP and EP standards, including microbial enumeration and tests for specified microorganisms. We also offer specific tests for suitability of pharmaceutical products and antimicrobial efficacy testing as per USP guidelines. Our services help pharmaceutical companies ensure that their products are free from harmful microorganisms and safe for patient use.
Microbiological testing in cosmetics is vital .to prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms that could cause infections or spoilage. We provide comprehensive testing services to ensure that cosmetic products meet industry standards and are safe for consumer use. Our testing includes microbial limits testing, preservative efficacy testing, and identification of specific pathogens.
As the medicinal cannabis industry grows, so does the need for stringent microbiological testing. We offer testing for microbial contaminants in cannabis products, including tests for total yeast and mold, total aerobic count, and specific pathogens like E.coli, Bile-tolerant Gram-negative bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa etc. In addition to traditional methods, we also provide validated alternate methods of testing cannabis matrices using rapid technologies like PCR,TEMPO® and 3M™ Petrifilm™ for faster and accurate results. Our services help ensure that medicinal cannabis products meet regulatory requirements and are safe for medical use.
Microbiological testing of environmental samples, such as water, soil, and air, is essential for monitoring contamination and ensuring a safe environment. We provide testing for various microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, to assess environmental quality and comply with regulatory standards.
Microbiological testing is vital for ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance. Our laboratory offers comprehensive microbiological services using both traditional and advanced methods.
USP: We adhere to the United States Pharmacopeia guidelines, ensuring products are free from harmful microorganisms.
EP: We follow European Pharmacopoeia standards for products intended for the European market.
Health Canada: We use methods outlined in Health Canada’s Compendium for detecting microorganisms in food, NHPs, cosmetics, and medicinal cannabis.
AOAC: We apply AOAC-approved methods, particularly for food and environmental testing.
PCR: A molecular technique for quick pathogen detection in cannabis, food, and pharmaceuticals.
TEMPO®: Automates microorganism enumeration, ideal for large sample volumes.
VIDAS®: Provides rapid, reliable pathogen and toxin detection in food and pharmaceuticals.
3M™ Petrifilm™: Offers easy-to-use plates for microbial testing of cannabis, food, beverages, and environmental samples.
We use advanced technology and adhere to regulatory standards to deliver accurate, reliable results.
Microbiological testing in the food industry is crucial for detecting pathogens and spoilage organisms that can compromise food safety. Our services help food manufacturers and processors meet regulatory standards and protect consumer health. We test for bacteria such as Salmonella, E. coli 0157, and Listeria monocytogenes, as well as yeast, mold, and other contaminants, ensuring that food products are safe for consumption. We also provide heat-kill validation studies which are crucial to food safety processes.
NHPs, including dietary supplements and herbal products, require rigorous microbiological testing to ensure they are free from harmful microorganisms. We provide testing for microbial contaminants, including total aerobic microbial count, total yeast and mold count, coliforms, and specific pathogens like Candida albicans, B.cepacia etc, in accordance with Health Canada and other global regulatory standards. We also provide matrix suitability and inhibition testing, as well as antimicrobial efficacy tests according to USP guidelines.
In the pharmaceutical industry, microbiological testing is critical for ensuring the sterility and safety of products. We perform tests in compliance with USP and EP standards, including microbial enumeration and tests for specified microorganisms. We also offer specific tests for suitability of pharmaceutical products and antimicrobial efficacy testing as per USP guidelines. Our services help pharmaceutical companies ensure that their products are free from harmful microorganisms and safe for patient use.
Microbiological testing in cosmetics is vital .to prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms that could cause infections or spoilage. We provide comprehensive testing services to ensure that cosmetic products meet industry standards and are safe for consumer use. Our testing includes microbial limits testing, preservative efficacy testing, and identification of specific pathogens.
As the medicinal cannabis industry grows, so does the need for stringent microbiological testing. We offer testing for microbial contaminants in cannabis products, including tests for total yeast and mold, total aerobic count, and specific pathogens like E.coli, Bile-tolerant Gram-negative bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa etc. In addition to traditional methods, we also provide validated alternate methods of testing cannabis matrices using rapid technologies like PCR,TEMPO® and 3M™ Petrifilm™ for faster and accurate results. Our services help ensure that medicinal cannabis products meet regulatory requirements and are safe for medical use.
Microbiological testing of environmental samples, such as water, soil, and air, is essential for monitoring contamination and ensuring a safe environment. We provide testing for various microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, to assess environmental quality and comply with regulatory standards.
Our laboratory is committed to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and reliability. We reference official compendia, such as USP, and EP (European Pharmacopoeia), AOAC (Association of Official Analytical Collaboration (AOAC)) as well as validated Health Canada methods, to ensure that our testing procedures align with global regulatory expectations. By adhering to these reference and validated methods, we provide our clients with confidence that their products are safe, compliant, and of the highest quality.
We start by determining the levels of delta9-THC and THCA in the sample, and in rare cases, delta8-THC when it is present. The THCA amount is multiplied by a factor of 0.877 to account for the decarboxylation that takes place when the product is heated or smoked. Adding all these values together results in the total THC content.
When making edible cannabis products, usually some type of extract is used. A heating process converts the THCA into D9-THC, the psychoactive form. The conversion is not always 100% complete, therefore small amounts of unconverted THCA may be present. This is why it is also important to test the starting material as well as the final product.
HPLC is the best method for cannabinoid analysis since it allows for quick separation of all the components without affecting the profile. GC may also be used but since high heat is used in the separation, some of the cannabinoids will convert.
We start by determining the levels of delta9-THC and THCA in the sample, and in rare cases, delta8-THC when it is present. The THCA amount is multiplied by a factor of 0.877 to account for the decarboxylation that takes place when the product is heated or smoked. Adding all these values together results in the total THC content.
Most cannabinoids are quite stable over time within dried cannabis, and we maintain samples at a consistent temperature level. Acidic cannabinoids will naturally convert to neutral forms; you may
expect higher levels of D9-THC in a very old sample resulting from THCA degradation. Cannabinoid stability also depends on what else is in the product. pH and carbonation levels have an impact on cannabinoid content in infused beverages, as an example.
When making edible cannabis products, usually some type of extract is used. A heating process converts the THCA into D9-THC, the psychoactive form. The conversion is not always 100% complete, therefore small amounts of unconverted THCA may be present. This is why it is also important to test the starting material as well as the final product.
HPLC is the best method for cannabinoid analysis since it allows for quick separation of all the components without affecting the profile. GC may also be used but since high heat is used in the separation, some of the cannabinoids will convert.
We start by determining the levels of delta9-THC and THCA in the sample, and in rare cases, delta8-THC when it is present. The THCA amount is multiplied by a factor of 0.877 to account for the decarboxylation that takes place when the product is heated or smoked. Adding all these values together results in the total THC content.
Most cannabinoids are quite stable over time within dried cannabis, and we maintain samples at a consistent temperature level. Acidic cannabinoids will naturally convert to neutral forms; you may
expect higher levels of D9-THC in a very old sample resulting from THCA degradation. Cannabinoid stability also depends on what else is in the product. pH and carbonation levels have an impact on cannabinoid content in infused beverages, as an example.
When making edible cannabis products, usually some type of extract is used. A heating process converts the THCA into D9-THC, the psychoactive form. The conversion is not always 100% complete, therefore small amounts of unconverted THCA may be present. This is why it is also important to test the starting material as well as the final product.
HPLC is the best method for cannabinoid analysis since it allows for quick separation of all the components without affecting the profile. GC may also be used but since high heat is used in the separation, some of the cannabinoids will convert.
