Microbiology Lab Services
Microbiology Testing & Microorganism Identification
Our microbial identification lab services include detection and identification testing for Bacteria, Virus, Fungi and Protozoa organisms. These organisms can be found in various sources such as water, food, liquids, soil, biological, environmental, agricultural, consumer, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and foreign materials.
Microbial Detection Methods
Microorganisms are detected and identified using the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). Since its inception, PCR has been used as an experimental tool for many experimental applications, including the identification of particular target sequences of DNA within specific organisms. Each of the microorganisms that our microbiology laboratory tests for involves the amplification of a specific target fragment of DNA that is unique to each microorganism. The amplification of a specific gene marker allows us to unequivocally detect and identify the presence or absence of a particular microorganism using PCR. This microbiology lab technology significantly reduces false positive results and minimizes confirmation testing. This is a USDA/FSIS and AOAC approved technology. In instances where additional confirmation of an organism is necessary, DNA sequencing and analysis may also be performed.
Our Microbial Testing Capability
At Helix Biological Laboratory, our microbial analysis is not limited to a number of microorganisms but rather provides services for detecting and identifying an extensive list of microorganisms. Our comprehensive approach to detecting and identifying microorganisms allows us to provide services that meet the requirements of various types of clients and their specific needs. We also offer comprehensive probiotic testing and molecular lab testing services to the general public, academic institutions, researchers, government agencies, and laboratories needing trustworthy bioanalytical data and research.