Molecular Biology
Analytical RnD Molecular and Metagenomics Services
Analytical RnD provides integrated molecular diagnostics and metagenomics solutions to support clients across human health, veterinary, food, and industrial sectors. Our laboratory combines real time PCR, next generation sequencing, and advanced bioinformatics with established analytical quality systems to deliver reliable, fit-for-purpose results.
The Molecular and Metagenomics Services division is designed to support diagnostics, product verification, sterility and bioburden testing, and research and development projects, with workflows tailored to routine testing or customised investigations.
PCR and Molecular Testing
Real time PCR and targeted molecular methods for detection, identification, and quantification of microbial and biological targets across diverse sample types.
Services include:
Real time PCR testing for human, veterinary, and food applications
PCR-based sterility testing for medical devices, manufacturing, and clean environments
Swab-based bioburden and molecular cleanliness monitoring
Rapid screening methods for routine quality assurance
Custom panel development for specific client requirements
Metagenomics and Next Generation Sequencing
Broad, non-targeted sequencing solutions to understand complex microbial communities and product ecosystems.
Services include:
Metagenomics sequencing for complex clinical, veterinary, food, and environmental samples
Microbial community profiling for R&D and product development
Strain and species identification using next generation sequencing
Data interpretation and reporting tailored to the intended use
Food and Pet Food Molecular Testing
Molecular solutions to support food integrity, authenticity, and quality programs.
Services include:
Meat speciation and authenticity testing using PCR methods
Molecular verification of food and pet food ingredients
Quality assurance support for supply chains and product claims
Probiotic and Microbial Product Analytics
Specialist molecular testing to support probiotic and microbial product development and verification.
Services include:
Live and dead microbial quantification using molecular approaches
Species and strain identification of probiotic organisms
Stability and identity confirmation for finished products
Custom R&D and Assay Development
End-to-end development of molecular projects from concept to validation.
Services include:
Design and optimisation of PCR and sequencing assays
Method validation for complex or novel sample matrices
Workflow development for routine or high-throughput testing
Collaborative R&D projects for new molecular diagnostics
Our Environmental Monitoring Programs
For more information about food safety and monitoring of microbiology and molecular biology on your food products, Contact Us.