Polyphasic, combining Genetic and Phenotypic

At MEI, we offer a range of microbial identification related services for single sample through bulk sample, bulk sample contracts and extensive ongoing projects. Our services are designed to give our clients flexibility for routine testing, consulting and timely assistance in an emergency response.

Services Offered:

  • Processing of primary samples (e.g., isolation of pure cultures)
  • Microbial identification
  • Genetic subtyping and DNA fingerprinting (permitting inter-strain differentiation)
  • Microbial quantification
  • Microbial purity assessment
  • BioPassport (extensive characterization of stock cultures)
  • Microbial contaminant tracking
  • Microbial culture storage (cryogenic)