Ensuring Product Safety: The Role of Quality control in Bioprocessing

5 de diciembre de 2023 por
Katerina Bavaro


Quality control is a critical aspect of any bioprocess, ensuring that the final products meet the necessary standards for safety and efficacy. The importance of quality control cannot be overstated, as it plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the efforts invested in production and industrial scale-up operations. In this regard, the establishment of reliable methods of analysis is essential to certify the safety of bioprocess products.

Condalab: A Commitment to Quality Control

Condalab is at the forefront of providing essential media for microbiological analysis of both sterile and non-sterile products, as well as for controlling production water. These products are meticulously formulated and validated in accordance with international standards such as Eur. Ph., USP, or ISO. The commitment to adhering to these standards underscores Condalab's dedication to ensuring the highest quality and safety in bioprocessing.

Sterile Product Analysis:

Condalab offers a range of products designed specifically for the microbiological analysis of sterile products. For example, the The Thioglycollate Fluid Medium EP/USP, which is offered in a 10x100 ml flask, 10x200 ml flask,  500g, and 20 tubes, is ideal for sterility tests and the cultivation of Clostridium Perfringens. 


(5128) Thioglycollate Fluid Medium EP/USP/ISO Pack of 10 x 100 ml Flask

(5183) Thioglycollate Fluid Medium EP/USP/ISO Pack of 10 x 200 ml Flask

(1508) Thioglycollate Fluid Medium EP/USP 500 grams 

(4004) Thyoglicollate Fluid Medium EP/USP/ISO Pack of 20 Tubes

There is also the Trypticasein Soy Broth (TSB) EP/USP,  for general laboratory use and to cultivate fastidious microorganisms. These are are offered in 20 tubes, 10x90 ml flask, 10x100 ml flask, 10x200 ml flask, and 500g.

(4019) Trypticasein Soy Broth (TSB) EP/USP/ISO Pack of 20 Tubes

(4657) Trypticasein Soy Broth (TSB) EP/USP/ISO Pack of 10 x 90 ml Flask

(5119) Trypticasein Soy Broth (TSB) EP/USP/ISO Pack of 10 x 100 ml Flask

(5070) Trypticasein Soy Broth (TSB) EP/USP/ISO Pack of 10 x 200 ml Flask

(1224) Trypticasein Soy Broth (TSB) EP/USP/ISO 500grams

Non-Sterile Product Analysis:


For the analysis of non-sterile products, Condalab provide a variety of media, including Buffered Peptone 0.1% EP/USP as well as several forms of Agars.

(5154) Buffered Peptone Water 0,1% EP/USP Pack of 10 x 200 ml Flask

(5180) Buffered Peptone Water 0.1% EP/USP Pack of 10 x 100 ml Flask

Cetrimide Agar:

1. (5122) Cetrimide Agar: Utilized for the selective isolation and identification of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa.  Available in 20 plates and a 10x 100 ml flask.

2.   (1102) Cetrimide Agar Base:     A base used for the selective isolation and identification of Pseudomonas Aerugionsa.  Available in 500g.

Columbia and Dextrose Sabouraud Agars:

1.  (1104) Columbia Agar Base/500g:   For the isolation and cultivation of fastidious microorganisms and the determination of hemolytic reactions.

2.(0931) Columbia with 5% Sheep Blood Agar/20 plates):  For the isolation and cultivation of fastidious microorganisms and the determination of hemolytic reactions.

3.(0907)Dextrose Sabrouraud Agar/20 plates: For the cultivation of yeasts and molds.

MacConkey and Mannitol Salt Agars:

(5003) MacConkey Agar:  Selective and differential medium used in the detection, isolation and enumeration of Salmonella and coliforms in clinical specimens. Available in 20 plates, 10x100 ml flask, 500g.

(0917)Mannitol Salt Agar:  For the isolation and enumeration of staphylococci. Available in 20 plates, 10 x 100 ml flask, and 500g. 

Mossel EE Broth, MacConkey Broth, and Rappaport Vassiliadis Broth

(4043) Mossel EE Broth: For the selective enrichment of Enterobacteriaceae, especially Salmonella and coliforms.

(4047)MacConkey Broth: For the detection of coliforms in water, milk and other materials of sanitary importance. Available in in 20 tubes, 10x 100 ml flask, and 500g. 

(4016) Rappaport Vassiliadis Broth: Enrichment Medium for Salmonella.

Potato Dextrose Agar, Sabouraud Dextrose Agar, and Trypticasein Soy Agar

(1022) Potato Dextrose Agar:  For the identification, cultivation and enumeration of yeast and molds. Available in 20 plates and 500g.

(5143)Sabouraud Dextrose Agar:  For the cultivation of yeasts and molds. Also available in a broth form,

(5157) Trypticasein Soy Agar: For general bacteriology methods and the determination of hemolytic reactions. 

Violet Red Bile Agar with Glucose

For the cultivation and enumeration of Enterobacteriaceae. or the cultivation and enumeration of Enterobacteriaceae. 

(911) Violet Red Bile Agar With Glucose (VRBG) EP/USP/ISO Pack of 20 plates

(5158) Violet Red Bile Agar With Glucose (VRBG) EP/USP/ISO Pack of 10 x 100 ml Flask

((4670) Condalab Violet Red Bile Agar With Glucose (VRBG) EP/USP/ISO Pack of 10 x 200 ml Flask

(1092) Violet Red Bile Agar With Glucose (VRBG) EP/USP/ISO 500 grams

XLD Agar (Xylose Lysine Desoxycholate Agar)

For the isolation of enteropathogenic bacteria, especially from the genus of Shigella and Salmonella.

(930) XLD Agar (Xylose Lysine Desoxycholate Agar) EP/USP Pack of 20 plates

(1080) XLD Agar (Xylose Lysine Desoxycholate Agar) EP/USP 500 grams


The Importance of Standardization:

The use of standardized media, such as those formulated according to Eur. Ph., USP, or ISO standards, is crucial for accurate and reproducible results. Standardization ensures consistency in the analysis process, making it easier to identify and rectify any deviations that may occur during production.

In conclusion, quality control is indispensable in the field of bioprocessing, and Condalab stands out as a reliable partner in this endeavor. The comprehensive range of media for both sterile and non-sterile product analysis, coupled with adherence to international standards, reinforces Condalab's commitment to ensuring the safety and quality of bioprocess products. By investing in quality control measures, bioprocessing industries can confidently navigate the challenges of production, knowing that the final products meet the highest standards of safety and efficacy.

 

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