Microbiology Testing
AsureQuality's state-of-the-art microbiology labs use the latest technology and automation to provide precise, reliable, and efficient testing to support food safety.
Microbiology testing is a vital part of quality and safety control programmes. It allows food and pharmaceutical producers and manufacturers to quickly detect harmful pathogens (microbes) in the manufacturing environment, raw materials and finished products.
Microbiology testing can also help determine the quality and shelf life of products.
3 in 1 combo swab test for environmental monitoring programmes
AsureQuality offers a combination test which analyses a single swab sample for the presence and efficient detection of Salmonella, Cronobacter, and Enterobacteriaceae.
Routine laboratory testing is a critical for the detection of pathogen testing in food manufacturing and processing environments.
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Pathogen testing
Pathogen testing detects harmful microorganisms like Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and E. coli that pose a health risk to consumers.
It is a safety-focused test, typically providing a presence/absence result (e.g., “Detected” or “Not Detected”).
This product testing is mandatory for high-risk foods like raw meat, dairy, seafood, and ready-to-eat products to prevent foodborne illness.
In addition to traditional culture-based methods, we offer real-time PCR pathogen detection using GENE-UP(external link) ® for reliable results within one to two days.
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General Microbiology testing
Microbiology tests assess food quality, shelf life, and hygiene with qualitative tests also performed.
Results are quantitative (e.g., cfu/g or cfu/mL) and help manufacturers control contamination, spoilage, and sanitation practices.
Methods include culture-based plate counts and membrane filtration. While not always legally required, these tests support process control, product consistency, and extended shelf life, ensuring food remains safe and high quality.
GMP Micro testing
AsureQuality provides microbiological testing conducted under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure pharma and neutraceutical products meet strict microbial safety and quality standards and are safe for consumer use. This testing involves rigorous controls to prevent contamination and ensure accurate and reliable results.
Microbiology testing for the NMD programme for Meat Processors
AsureQuality is an MPI recognised laboratory (under Animal Products Act 1999) providing microbiology testing for the national food monitoring surveillance programme for Meat Processors (red meat and poultry). Ask our team about our competitive pricing, sample collection options and rapid testing service for meat processing companies.
NMD Tests include:
- Aerobic Plate Count
- Escherichia coli
- Salmonella
- Campylobacter
Which micro analysis is right for you?
Rapid microbiology analysis
- Rapid micro testing provides fast results to assist prompt release of short shelf life food
- Allows near real time corrective actions for your environmental monitoring programme
Mass Spec microbiology analysis
- Identification of recovered colonies to support trouble shooting and root cause analysis
- Fast and timely product spoilage analysis to assist with preventative actions
Traditional microbiology analysis
- May be specified for certain market access
- Widely utilised and accepted by export markets
