Laboratory testing services
Outsource your microbial analysis
LuminUltra’s laboratories offer industry-leading molecular testing solutions and services. Our team of experts works with you from sample collection to data interpretation to understand what microbial and pathogen activity is having the greatest impact on your systems and applications.
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Get a complete overview of prokaryotic activity in your sample. NGS sequences the 16S rRNA gene, present in all bacteria and archaea, allowing for differentiation and identification of all microbes present. See trends, understand the cause-and-effect relationships of microbes on processes and determine if failures or contamination are due to microbial activity.
Our NGS service is relied on by customers in a variety of industries around the world to help them act with confidence.
Microbial Source Tracking to identify fecal contamination
Fecal bacteria in water sources are a common problem that can pose a serious health risk for the public, as well as economic losses for industries relying on coastal waters. Confirm the origin of fecal pollution and other health risks with our proven MST services.
Identify DNA from multiple animals, including: Humans, dogs, cattle, swine, poultry, horses, ruminants (deer, elk, goats, cows, sheep), and birds.
Pathogen testing for viruses and bacteria
Stay on top of threats to human health with our range of testing targets on a variety of sample types, including surfaces, solids, water and wastewater for pathogenic viruses and bacteria. Our pathogen testing services provide genetic evidence for the presence of a variety of targets.
Prevent microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC)
Understand threats to your infrastructure from unseen microbial activity that can cause serious equipment degradation and failure, process interruptions, safety hazards, and product quality issues.
Start your corrosion management plan with an NGS run to perform a full microbial community analysis for a complete picture.
LuminUltra's qKit Preserve sample preservation kit
LuminUltra’s GeneCount qKit Preserve ensures the microbiome of your sample is preserved as sampled, ensuring the most accurate results regardless of location or time of sampling.
Submit a variety of sample types via our proprietary sample preservation kit, including solids, surface swabs, water and wastewater. Samples ship at ambient temperatures and via standard mail, with no need for cold chain shipping.
Dedicated to customer success
Our team of experts is available to help you, from designing your sampling plan to interpreting your results. Customers around the world trust us with a range of sample types and applications.
Actionable
Our reporting includes the quantifiable data you need as well as key insights to understand what actions to take next.
Innovative
We leverage advances in genetic technology including digital PCR (dPCR), enabling you to make scientifically-sound decisions.
Experienced
We have worked with hundreds of organizations to analyze thousands of samples per year while ensuring quality and accuracy for each client.