Food microbiological testing is a critical component of food safety and quality control. It covers the detection and enumeration of microorganisms related to food safety, hygienic production practices, and product spoilage.
Testing is primarily conducted using conventional culture-based methods, supported by rapid and alternative techniques where appropriate. These include selective media cultivation, ready-to-use plate methods (e.g., Petrifilm), biochemical confirmation, microscopic examination, and immunological techniques such as ELISA. All testing is performed in accordance with internationally recognised standard methods, including FDA-BAM, ISO, AOAC, and the Compendium of Methods for the Microbiological Examination of Foods, ensuring accurate, reliable, and regulatory-compliant results.
With a team of experienced microbiologists, ALS provides reliable testing services covering finished food products, environmental monitoring within production facilities, and water quality testing, including potable water and process water. All analyses are conducted using validated and accredited methods.