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This informative blog post covers the basics of probiotic testing for new brands. Learn about federal regulations, formulation, and testing options, including plate counts and flow cytometry, surrounding the efficacy and safety of probiotic supplements. This article contains valuable information for anyone involved in probiotic manufacturing, formulation, or branding!

In this webinar attendees will learn why choosing the right method means accurate results and accurate label claims, and understand which methods to choose for Howaru strain identification and enumeration tests. Original airdate October 25, 2022.

If you are a manufacturer or sell probiotic supplements, testing for counts of probiotic strains is not always straight forward. Here are five tips you should know when it comes to testing your product and verifying your label claims.

Testing or enumeration Bacillus coagulans in gummies is not as straight forward as it seems. Sometimes product matrices are challenging and require a new custom method. Learn how our testing experts know exactly how to problem solve testing in tough matrices like gummy candies.

If you have been using an established probtioic enumeration method with good results, introducing new probiotic strains into your formulas may mean changes need to be made. Read this case study to learn how Eurofins finds a solution to challenging product with multiple strains from multiple manufacturers.

Is your probiotic supplement formulated with both probiotic bacteria and active compounds? If so, getting accurate enumeration of probiotic strains can be a challenge. Learn how our experts in probiotic testing are skilled in finding solutions to tough probiotic formulations in this case study.

We are proud to share this recently published article authored by Dr. Jean Shoeni, Lead Staff Scientist, Eurofins Microbiology Laboratories, Inc. which provides tools to reduce measurement uncertainty and strengthen the reliability of probiotic enumerations by using analytical procedure lifecycle management (APLM).

Method validation, method verification and fitness for purpose all seem similar, but each requires a distinct level of evaluation and different considerations. Learn more about their similarities and differences in this article.

Whole-Genome Sequencing aids in tracking foodborne illnesses and drug resistance in food pathogens. Read on to learn how WGS ensures food safety and quality.

Why was the genus Lactobacillus reclassified? Andrzej Benkowski, Technical Leader from Eurofins Microbiology in Madison, WI discusses this topic in this short video. Eurofins publishes our Ask an Expert Series weekly on our social media platforms.