Food safety analysis
Mycotoxins (aflatoxins, fumonisins, ochratoxin A etc.) can contaminate a wide variety of crops, processed food and feed samples as a result of certain fungal infection occurring during crop growth stage, post-harvest processing, transit, storage and even during distribution. Mycotoxins are known to cause a wide range of acute and chronic toxic effects (click here for more details). The most toxic is aflatoxin B1, which is classified as a human carcinogen and its amounts in foods are strictly regulated. The contamination of food and feed by mycotoxins are recognized as significant sources of food-borne illnesses and top priority is given for its regulations at domestic and international levels. In this context analysis of food and feed samples for mycotoxin contamination is critical to eliminate contaminated lots entering the food chain. FSL can help estimation of mycotoxins ensuring your product comply with the latest regulations and ensure that your product is ‘safe' for consumption.

At FSL, scientists use ELISA (Enzyme-linked immunosorbent Assay) method for the estimation of most important mycotoxins, namely, aflatoxin B1, ochratoxin A and fumonisins. These toxins are mostly commonly occurring and strictly regulated. The ELISA assay used for estimation provides accurate analysis and this test is most economically compared to other tests available in the market.

Facilities at FSL allow high throughput analysis (up to 300 samples per day) and provide detailed results in fastest time. At FSL, we have the expertise for testing samples throughout the food chain, from growers to retailers, minimizing mycotoxin levels and conforming to the latest regulatory standards. Depending on the need FSL can offer a customized testing service. Contact us for information on how to send samples, time for analysis and pricing.