The Pros and Cons of Horseradish Peroxidase Assay (HRP) Testing
Horseradish Peroxidase (HRP) Assays detects horseradish peroxidase enzymatic activity by color change
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Chemistry
Exploring Testing Applications of the CAM Assay
The CAM assay, or Chorioallantoic Membrane assay, is a technique in biological research that involves the using a developing chicken embryo for experimental purposes.
Small and Large Molecules: Pharmaceutical Drug Development
The classification and significance of molecules in pharmacology and their distinct properties. 90% of current drugs are small molecules, but large molecules are quickly rising in popularity and importance. In the world of pharmacology and drug development, the...
Guide to Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA): Methods, Equipment, and Applications
What is DGA? Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) is a diagnostic technique widely used in the maintenance and assessment of electrical transformers. This method involves analyzing the gases dissolved in transformer oil, which are byproducts of chemical reactions occurring...
Integrative Analysis of Multimodal Mass Spectrometry Data in MZmine 3
A breakthrough in big data processing helps trace chemicals in complex mixtures Peer-Reviewed Publication NEWS RELEASE 8-MAR-2023 INSTITUTE OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY OF THE CZECH ACADEMY OF SCIENCES (IOCB PRAGUE) PrintEmail App IMAGE: TOMÁŠ...
Toxicology Testing
The field of toxicology is a branch of science that "helps us understand the harmful effects that chemicals, substances, or situations, can have on people, animals, and the environment." The field of toxicology has evolved from focusing on chemicals and poisons to...
Residual DNA Testing | Host Cell DNA Analysis
Residual DNA testing, or host cell DNA analysis, is the examination of products for traces of DNA that have been unintentionally left on a product during the manufacturing of biological products such as biosimilars or immunotherapeutic products. For customer health...
European Chemicals Agency’s REACH Regulation
REACH regulations apply to all chemicals including industrial chemicals and household substances.
Particle Size Distribution (PSD) Testing
Last week, Contract Laboratory received a request from a company needing particle size distribution (PSD) testing. Particle size distribution is a measurement indicating the size of the present particles and the proportion at which they are dispersed in a powder,...
Testing for Bisphenol A (BPA)
Testing for Bisphenol A (BPA ) can be performed on several consumer products, as BPA is found in such things as hard plastics, canned goods, sporting goods, water bottles, electronics, toiletries, the lenses of glasses, and much more! BPA, or bisphenol a, is a...
What Are the Different Types of Chromatography?
From paper chromatography to column chromatography to gas chromatography, there are different types of Chromatography. Chromatography is a way to separate mixtures into their parts. It is performed by passing a mixture through another substance, where the...
Soap Testing to AOCS Standards
The American Oil Chemists Society (AOCS ) is an international professional scientific society for individuals and corporations interested in fats, oils, surfactants, detergents, and related materials. Soap is made by combining fats or oils and an alkali, such as...
Baby Food and Formula Testing
Researchers from the Clean Label Project found levels of lead, arsenic, BPA, and other harmful substances in purchased baby food, infant formulas, toddler drinks, and snacks. Baby food and formula testing reveals hidden dangers like these chemicals that can affect...
Potency Testing of Biopharmaceuticals
Potency testing is a term used to describe the process of measuring biological activity in a product. Many methods exist to determine the potency of a biopharmaceutical such as ligand and receptor binding assays, cell culture-based assays, and animal-based assays....
Pharmacogenetics
Pharmacogenetics is the study of how genetic differences affect a person's response to medicine. Pharmacogenetics is often used interchangeably with pharmacogenomics. Pharmacogenetic research and testing determine a person's ability to metabolize medicines and...
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