Pathogen Testing

According to FDA, food poisoning costs the US approximately $23 billion per year in health care costs and lost productivity. We are reminded by the recent outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium in peanut products, that microbiological food safety and pathogens are a continuing concern to consumers, producers, and regulators.

Food poisoning occurrences are on the rise, currently affecting about 25% of the population each year. This type of data stresses the importance of preventive quality assurance measures including inspections, investigations, product and environmental testing.

Food related illnesses originate from over 250 types of pathogenic organisms including viruses, bacteria, and parasites. Some of the common types are Campylobacter, Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Ask rtech Laboratories for assistance in controlling your pathogens.