Our Microbial Analyses
Microbiology Laboratory
We offer a complete array of Microbiology Laboratory Testing services available at our nationwide laboratory locations. Our services include the analysis of fungi (mold), bacteria (Legionella, E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, etc), mycotoxins, endotoxins, allergens, pollen and particulates in air, swab, water, soil, bulk, dust, wipe, food and consumer products. Triple-A also offers PCR Analysis for rapid pathogen detection. The QA/QC program at Triple-A ensures that you will receive scientifically sound, legally defensible data. Many of our microbiology laboratories maintain accreditation under the American Industrial Hygiene Environmental Microbiology Program (AIHE EMLAP) for the analysis of indoor air quality samples. Several of our labs are pursuing advanced accreditation under the A2LA and FDA GMP/cGLP program for food, dietary supplements, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical analysis.
Enviromental Microbiology Testing
We carry out variety of tests in accordance with ISO 14698 and ISO 14644 to assess the cleanliness and effectiveness of your clean areas. Testing is carried out by our senior microbiologist or technician, or we can send you the necessary plates, bottles etc for you to remotely carry out the testing yourself. Please contact us to find out if on-site testing is available in your area.
• Airborne Particles
• Active Air Sampling
• Settle Plates
• Finger Dab Hygiene Testing
• Contact Plates
• Water Testing
Interpretation of Results
Following incubation, the number of colony forming units (cfu) is calculated for each agar plate. By examining the morphology of the colonies, the organisms can be categorised into broad groups.
Typically for bacteria, these groups are, "Staphylococcus / Micrococcus", "Bacillus" or "Other".
For fungal contamination, colonies are classified as "Mould" or "Yeast".
Further identification can be carried out using Gram stain and biochemical techniques at the customer's request.Identification work
We give a detailed report is created for each test, giving information about the type of testing, the numbers and types of colonies found and details of types and batch numbers of the media used.