IDEXX BioAnalytics provides diagnostic testing services and instrumentation specifically designed for mice, rats, and other common research species to deliver accurate, reliable data. We offer a comprehensive menu of laboratory animal health monitoring, biological materials testing and analytical services, including clinical laboratory tests, preclinical testing and veterinary clinical trial support. We assist investigators with clinical pathology, histology and histopathology evaluations of study samples. Veterinary Clinical Trials As part of the world’s largest veterinary reference laboratory system, IDEXX BioAnalytics leverages it's wide range of diagnostic and analytical testing technologies, facilities, equipment and expertise to help clients achieve efficient, reliable, and accurate results. We support both GCP and non-GCP studies, and deliver impartial, independent laboratory results to assist with new drug or indication submissions to the FDA. Our board-certified veterinary clinical and anatomical pathologists provide support throughout the duration of single-site and multicenter veterinary clinical studies to determine the safety and/or efficacy of new drug candidates and therapies. Analytical Testing Services Our high-capacity reference laboratory uses rigorously validated, state-of-the-art instruments and methodologies to deliver accurate, efficient and independent data, saving you time and money by eliminating assay development and improving the speed and flexibility of your research. Our experienced staff includes board-certified veterinary clinical and anatomical pathologists. We offer comprehensive biochemistry, hematology, histology, immunology, microbiology, real-time PCR and anatomic and clinical pathology services so you can focus on study design and data interpretation. Standard sample shipping requirements: See photo and Commercial Invoice Example PDF in sidebar.
Reduce research variables by gaining a deeper insight into your animal's Microbiome with state-of-the-art analysis and data comparison.
• Easy sample collection—just 2 frozen fecal pellets required
• Quick turnaround in just 4 weeks or less
• Cost-effective and efficient
Microbiome analysis includes:
• DNA isolation—from all bacteria in the sample
• Deep sequencing—generates 200–500 megabases of sequence
• Data comparison and analysis—our bioinformatics produce a comparative analysis to known bacterial sequences
• Bacterial Identification—identifies all bacteria present and their relative abundance
Expect greater insight—from the experts in animal health monitoring.
The prevalence of Mycoplasma contamination in cell lines and cell culture is approximately 10 percent. Testing for this contaminant is important to ensure the quality of your research, to confirm the validity of your results, and to align with regulatory guidance for products derived from mammalian cell cultures.
STAT-Myco™ is a highly sensitive real-time PCR assay that detects as few as 1-10 organisms, detects all Mycoplasma and Acholeplasma species known to contaminate cell culture and many species not detected by commercially available kits. Results in just 3 business days.
Volume discounts available for as few as 5 samples. Please request a quote.
Microbial contamination of cell culture is not a rare event. In fact, client samples tested during 2014 had a microbial contamination rate of bacteria and fungi, upwards of 15%. Sterility testing detects a wide variety of aerobic and microaerophilic bacteria, yeasts, and fungi. Our proprietary cultivation capabilities span hundreds of genera of bacteria and fungi, with three profile offerings that exceed the US CFR Section 21 requirements. Microbial identification is also offered through the use of MALDI-TOF™ mass spectrometry state-of-the-art technology.
Three profiles are available:
Profile 1 - Direct Inoculation Method
Profile 2F- Membrane Filter Concentration Method (Complies with FDA Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations 610.12 [21CFR610.12])
Profile 2C - Centrifugation Concentration Method
Trust our industry-leading expertise for independent confirmation of quality, safety, and
authenticity of your biological materials to advance your research with confidence. We provide
an unparalleled breadth of biological testing services. A single sample is all that is required
for a myriad of testing profiles including rodent and human viral pathogens, microbial and
fungal contamination and cell line authentication using rigorously validated technologies
and methodologies.
IMPACT™ and h-IMPACT™ detect the presence of infectious agents in biological specimens to protect your research, your researchers and your reputation.
• Detects most prevalent and concerning pathogens
• Also detects Mycoplasma spp. contamination
• Results in 5 days or less
CellCheck™ is a comprehensive cell line authentication service that uses STR-based (short tandem repeat) DNA profiling and multiplex PCR to detect both contamination and misidentification. CellCheck detects inter-species contamination (human, mouse, rat, African green monkey and Chinese hamster) and establishes a genetic STR profile with data interpretation as well as comparative analysis for the detection of intra-species contamination.
When To Test
• When a new cell line is acquired or when banking frozen materials for later use.
• As a standard quality control measure at the beginning and end of experiments.
• As a standard quality control measure for cell lines in continuous use.
• When cell line performance is inconsistent or results are unexpected.
• To establish a genetic profile for a new or unique human cell line for which a reference profile is not available.
• Prior to publication in some journals or, as discussed in recent NIH notice, prior to grant applications.
CellCheck cell line authentication services are available for Human, Mouse, Rat, Canine, and Feline.
IDEXX BioResearch helps you save time and money by eliminating assay development and improving the speed and flexibility of your research. Our high-capacity reference laboratory uses rigorously validated, state-of-the-art instruments and methodologies to deliver accurate, efficient and independent data. Our experienced staff includes board-certified veterinary clinical and anatomical pathologists. We offer comprehensive biochemistry, hematology, histology, immunology, microbiology, real-time PCR and anatomic and clinical pathology services so you can focus on study design and data interpretation.
Animal Pathology and Histopathology
IDEXX BioResearch offers a variety of scalable pathology evaluation options. Our pathologists’
skills and expertise in comparing morphologic changes with biological states help clients to
establish interpretation criteria for a variety of studies. Our team of board-certified anatomic
and clinical pathologists is dedicated to rapid preparation, evaluation and interpretation of tissues
to meet your research goals and has the experience and specialized skills to support a broad range of preclinical research, including:
• Toxicology (acute, subacute and chronic)
• Safety and efficacy
• Bone defect/growth
• Tumorgenicity
• Irritation (medical device implant) studies
IDEXX BioResearch helps you save time and money by eliminating assay development and improving the speed and flexibility of your research. Our high-capacity reference laboratory uses rigorously validated, state-of-the-art instruments and methodologies to deliver accurate, efficient and independent data. Our experienced staff includes board-certified veterinary clinical and anatomical pathologists. We offer comprehensive biochemistry, hematology, histology, immunology, microbiology, real-time PCR and anatomic and clinical pathology services so you can focus on study design and data interpretation.
As part of the world’s largest veterinary reference laboratory system, IDEXX BioResearch leverages its wide range of diagnostic and analytical testing technologies, facilities, equipment and expertise to help clients achieve efficient, reliable, and accurate results. We support both non-GCP and GCP studies, conducted in accordance with VICH GL9 guidelines for Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and deliver impartial, independent laboratory results to assist with new drug or indication submissions to the FDA. Our board-certified veterinary clinical and anatomical pathologists provide support throughout the duration of single-site and multicenter veterinary clinical studies to determine the safety and/or efficacy of new drug
candidates and therapies.
Analytical Expertise
• Complete range of testing, including biochemistry, hematology, histology, immunology, microbiology, real-time PCR and anatomic and clinical pathology
• Experienced board-certified veterinary clinical and anatomic pathologists available to consult on protocols and test results
• Staff familiar with testing protocols and customized study needs
Testing Support
• Collection supplies and guidelines sent to sites as needed
• Rapid turnaround time and result reporting to sites and/or trial monitor/sponsor
• Customized tracking, reporting and updates for multicenter trials
• Reliable reference ranges (for feline, canine, equine)
Project Management
• Dedicated project planner for duration of study
• Dedicated quality assurance team to audit results and oversee adherence to quality measures
• Results delivered via fax, available online, or delivered via client electronic data capture (EDC) systems
• Final study reports, including a detailed summary of study-related activities, suitable for FDA submission
IDEXX VetLab UA Analyzer
Comprehensive and convenient urinalysis testing with the IDEXX VetLab UA Analyzer. It is simple to operate and produces consistent, automatically printed results.
Research Advantages
Species
Mouse, rat, monkey, dog, cat, rabbit, gerbil, guinea pig, ferret, cow, pig, mini pig and horse
Technology Features
Accessories
VetStat Electrolyte and Blood Gas Analyzer
Run the tests you need to support your research: electrolyte levels, acid-base status, respiratory and blood gas levels, and ionized calcium and glucose levels.
Research advantages
Technology features
Cassettes
Drug Discovery & Development Services
Pharmacology Services
Cell and Tissue Culture Services
Microbiology Services
Microbiology Assays Services
Clinical Microbiology, Virology and Parasitology Services
"Very efficient work. Web interface is very informative and easy use to manage projects."
"They were efficient in providing a quote and made sample submission straightforward. They were very helpful in answering questions. The work was done quickly and efficiently. Would definitely use this service again."
"Quick turnaround time from submitting samples to getting the results. Have been able to arrange courier pickups easily."
"Excellent, fast service!"
"Biomarker analysis was provided by Kristi Garner and the team at IDEXX is excellent. Kristi is very responsive and knowledgeable in a great number of biomarker analysis."
"I was unaware that IDEXX rat and mouse cell line authentication service utilizes proprietary STR markers. Although the service provided a comparison to rat and mouse strains that was very useful for identification of the strain of origen for cell lines, the analysis does not serve the purpose of establishing a reproducible STR marker profile that others can use to verify that they are using the same cell line in the future. (However, in the future the same IDEXX service could potentially provide this information.) Because our purpose was to provide reproducible STR marker profiles for publication, IDEXX kindly agreed to repeat one of the analyses with a set of published STR markers, and did so in a timely fashion. Thus, in the end I was very happy with the service provided."
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