AMES test
AMES testing is used for detecting mutagens in samples, including test extract from plumbing products in contact with drinking water.
The test uses the Salmonella typhimurium histidine (His) reversion system, which involves mutation of the histidine locus in the genome of several strains.
This test is conducted in compliance with the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) 471 Guideline for Testing of Chemicals: Bacterial Reverse Mutation Test.
Abbreviated assays are available for certain situations, such as the modified AMES oil test and mutagenic activity of water extract test ( AS/NZS 4020).
Sample requirements
Sample requirement depends on the physical form of the product, i.e., tablet, bone implants, etc. Please contact us to discuss this further.
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