Microbiology testing

The Eurofins Food & Feed Testing laboratories offer a comprehensive range of microbiological testing services designed to help you verify food safety, meet regulatory requirements, and ensure the quality of your products.

Key services

  • Detection of emerging pathogens and foodborne toxins, such as:
  • Characterisation of micro-organisms (including the identification / characterisation of micro-organism strains)
  • Food shelf-life studies or shelf-life determination including challenge testing
  • Food spoilage investigation/explanation including through bacterial flora testing (NGS)
  • Tracking pathogen contamination on site with whole genome sequencing (WGS)
  • Rapid mould identification
  • Hygiene parameters
  • Expert advice to help you interpret results, support control plan development, and take informed action

Accredited microbiological testing with rapid turnaround

Our ISO 17025-accredited laboratories provide high-throughput testing with rapid turnaround times. We support manufacturers, retailers, and food service providers with expert microbiological analysis aligned with EU regulations, industry standards, and client-specific specifications.

Flexible testing methods to meet your requirements

Our comprehensive portfolio includes:

  • Standardised ISO and national reference methods
  • Rapid, validated alternatives (e.g. PCR and chromogenic media) for negative pathogen detections; ideal for product release testing

Get in touch

Would you like to find out more about our testing solutions, access our competence centre services, or do you need tailored analytical or consultancy support?

Contact Eurofins Food Testing Ireland today to speak to our experts by submitting an enquiry form or calling +353 (0)1 431 1306

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