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In an era of evolving regulations and rapid innovation, trusted science makes all the difference. At Q Laboratories, we draw on decades of expertise to explore the latest developments in microbiology, analytical chemistry, and quality assurance, helping industry leaders make informed, confident decisions and deliver safer, higher-quality products to market.
When Time Is Critical: How Q Laboratories Helped a Drug Manufacturer Stay on Track
In the pharmaceutical and prescription drug industries, the ability to test and release products safely is foundational. Without validated analytical testing, finished goods cannot ship, supply chains stall, and patient access can be disrupted. Recently, a prescription drug manufacturer specializing…
Putting Science to Work for Safer Household Care Products
Household care products must demonstrate safety, performance, and consistency to be successful. Behind those expectations are laboratory data that support confident product decisions and credible claims. With a strong history of product testing for some of the most successful brands…
Why We Built the New Q Laboratories Website and How It Better Supports You
At Q Laboratories, our work supports critical decisions around product safety, regulatory compliance, and consumer trust. Our website should do the same. That is why we rebuilt it. This was not a redesign for the sake of design. Our previous…
A Q Laboratories Case Study: Rapid Legionella Outbreak Response at a Resort Hotel
Managing Legionella risk is a high-stakes responsibility. For organizations responsible for water systems in healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and commercial properties, the health of occupants and regulatory compliance depend on proactive management of these systems. That’s why choosing the right laboratory
Is Your Water System’s Microbiological Testing Really FDA Compliant?
The FDA has been getting a little less predictable in the realm of microbiology. I first noticed the changes around January of this year (2025). Clickbait verbiage aside, there are two specific areas where we have seen not just an
Samples vs. Test Portions: What’s the Difference?
Following our previous blog and webinar, “Validation of Alternative Methods for Larger Test Portion Sizes: The Bigger the Better?”, we received many questions about the concept of sampling and its impact on laboratory methods. To address these questions, we felt
