Strain Bank Testing and Characterization Service

Our Strain Bank Testing and Characterization Service is designed to ensure that strains stored in both primary and secondary strain banks remain genetically stable, pure, and functional over time. We leverage advanced technologies and a deep scientific understanding to provide thorough testing and characterization of your strains. This service guarantees that your strain banks will remain consistent, reproducible, and free from genetic mutations, contamination, or phenotypic drift, ensuring that you can confidently use these strains in future research or production.

Strain Bank Testing and Characterization Service at Creative Biolabs

Our Strain Bank Testing and Characterization Service focuses on evaluating the purity, stability, and performance of strains within a strain bank, whether it's bacterial, yeast, fungal, or mammalian. We perform comprehensive testing to confirm genetic consistency, phenotypic stability, and contamination-free status.

  • Service Contents
Phenotypic Characterization

Assessing visible traits of the microorganisms, including morphology, growth patterns, and cultural characteristics under various conditions.

Genotypic Analysis

Utilizing molecular techniques to analyze the genetic makeup of strains, confirming identity and stability while detecting potential mutations.

Metabolic Profiling

Evaluating metabolic capabilities to determine the functional attributes of the strain, including growth performance on different substrates and production of specific metabolites.

Viability Testing

Conducting rigorous assessments to determine the viability and health of stored strains, ensuring that they remain suitable for their intended applications.

  • Service Workflow

Fig.1 Process. (Creative Biolabs)

  • Technical Expertise

Our team consists of experienced microbiologists and molecular biologists skilled in strain testing and characterization. We utilize the following advanced techniques:

  • DNA Barcoding and Sequencing: Employing techniques such as Sanger sequencing and next-generation sequencing (NGS) to generate accurate genetic profiles of the strains, ensuring correct identification and traceability.
  • Biochemical Assays: Implementing various biochemical tests and metabolic assays to evaluate the physiological properties and functional capabilities of the strains, including enzyme activity and nutrient utilization.
  • Automated High-Throughput Systems: Utilizing automated systems for mass screening of strains, allowing us to efficiently perform phenotypic and metabolic assessments across large numbers of samples.
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and qPCR: These techniques are used for contamination testing, including bacterial, fungal, and viral DNA detection.

Why Choose Us

Tailored Testing Solutions

Our services are customized to each client's particular requirements and circumstances, guaranteeing precise and pertinent outcomes.

Expertise & Experience

Our experienced team employs the latest techniques and standards in microbial characterization, providing clients with confidence in the accuracy and reliability of our results.

High-Throughput Capabilities

Our solution is appropriate for big strain banks since it uses automated technologies to process huge numbers of samples efficiently.

Comprehensive Data

We provide detailed documentation and analysis, offering valuable insights that support strain selection and application in research and industrial projects.

Contact Us

Our Strain Bank Testing and Characterization Service is an essential offering for anyone seeking to maintain high-quality, genetically stable, and contamination-free strains for long-term use. With cutting-edge technologies, expert support, and rigorous testing protocols, we ensure that your strains remain viable and consistent, meeting the highest standards for research, production, and industrial applications. Get in touch with us right now to find out how we can help you with your strain characterization requirements and advance your biotechnological pursuits.


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