ALS’s extensive suite of methodologies gives you confidence that we can provide the solutions you require.
Through our network of GMP and ISO accredited laboratories, highly experienced staff and extensive range of microbiological tests, ALS provides customers with cost-effective quality assurance. We have a range of test methods available to meet your requirements.
Microbiological Quality Testing
- Microbial Limit Testing
- Total Viable Count (TVC)
- Total Yeast, Mould & Fungi Count
- Microbial Identification
Absence of Specific Pathogens
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Pseudomonas
- Escherichia coli and Coliforms
- Salmonella
- Candida albicans
- Bile Tolerant Gram Negative Bacteria
- Clostridia
Water
Analysis by membrane filtration for:
- Total Aerobic Count
- Escherichia.coli
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Coliforms
Sterility Testing
- Microbial Identification by DNA sequencing
Environmental
- Settle Plates Total Bacteria, Yeast and Mould
- Air Plates Total Bacteria, Yeast and Mould
- Contact plate analysis
- Swab and sponge analysis
- Gowning contact plates
- Finger dabs
- Sampling
Other Microbiological Services
- Preservative Efficacy Testing (PET)
- Pharmaceutical formulations oral, topical, injectable
- Cosmetic formulations
- Bacterial Endotoxin Test (LAL) - Gel Clot and Turbidimetric methods
Bioburden
- Disinfectant Efficacy Testing
- Suspension testing, BSEN 1276, 1650, 13704 (Phase 2,step 1) for bacterial, fungicidal and sporicidal assessments
- Surface testing BSEN 13697 (Phase 2, step 2) for bacterial and fungicidal assessments
- Tailored to client specific requirements - to conclusively demonstrate that their disinfectants are effective under the conditions in which they are used.
- Testing can be performed for manufacturers as well as end users