Food Pathogen and Toxin Testing
Mérieux NutriSciences provides food pathogen and toxin testing services to help manufacturers detect microbial contamination, verify food safety controls, and support quality assurance programs. Our accredited laboratory network analyzes raw ingredients, finished products, and environmental samples using established microbiological testing methods.
Food Pathogen Testing Services for Manufacturers
Accurate and timely data is crucial to verifying the effectiveness of food safety systems against bacterial pathogens. Our laboratory network supports efficient testing turnaround from sample receipt through reporting.
We employ advanced analytical techniques to analyze plant environmental samples, raw ingredients, and finished products, helping manufacturers detect foodborne pathogens and common indicator organisms.
Our extensive range of validated methodologies supports testing according to applicable FDA, USDA, AOAC, USP, and client-specific requirements.
Foodborne Pathogens and Toxins We Test For
Our microbiology laboratories offer testing capabilities for a wide range of foodborne pathogens and toxins, including:
| Bacillus cereus | Pseudomonas aeruginosa |
| Campylobacter | Salmonella |
| Clostridium botulinum | Shigella spp. |
| Clostridium perfringens | Staphylococcus aureus |
| Cronobacer (E. sakazaii) | Staphylococcal Entertoxin |
| Hemorraghic E. coli | Shiga toxin-productiong E. coli (STEC) |
| Genus Listeria | Vibrio species |
| Listeria monocytogenes | Yersina enterocolitica |
Our laboratory professionals can help manufacturers identify appropriate testing methods based on the product, sample type, and testing requirements.
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Food Pathogen Testing for Ingredients, Products, and Environments
Foodborne pathogen testing supports manufacturers at multiple stages of production, from incoming ingredients to finished products and facility environmental monitoring.
Raw Ingredient Testing
Testing raw materials and ingredients helps manufacturers evaluate potential microbial contamination before ingredients enter production.
Finished Product Testing
Finished product testing provides microbiological data to support product quality programs, verification activities, and applicable food safety requirements.
Environmental Pathogen Testing
Environmental sampling helps manufacturers monitor potential contamination within food production facilities. Testing can support environmental monitoring programs, sanitation verification, and contamination investigations.
Food Pathogen Testing Resources
Explore resources and tools to support microbiological testing, sample management, and food safety programs.
Sample Pick-Up
Arrange convenient and secure pickup of your samples through our fleet of couriers.
Sample Supplies
Supplies are available for sampling, packing, storing, and shipping your samples.
MyMXNS Portal
Manage your daily food safety system with our easy-to-use, reliable customer portal.