Molecular Cell Biology & Virology Testing

The laboratory staff at Microbiology & Quality Associates (MQA) is composed of experienced PhD level scientists whose expertise encompasses the disciplines of microbiology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Our scientists also have years of experience with projects focusing on assay development, assay validation, and experimental studies. With this level of research experience, the scientists at MQA have developed the capability to solve research problems as well as perform routine analyses. They are also skilled at communicating with clients to make sure any questions are addressed and that the project runs smoothly. MQA laboratory scientists realize the importance of meeting the client’s needs and focus their efforts on performing quality work while completing their projects on time. Our laboratory has been granted ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation by American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) and is compliant with GxP FDA requirements.

Cloning and Expression Systems

• Custom Vector Design, Production, and Amplification
• Research grade and fast turnaround times

Cell Culture Services

• Mycoplasma Detection and Authentication by Isozyme Analysis
• Cell Line Production both Primary and Stable Expressors (Knock-Down or Over-Expression and constitutive or inducible promoter)
• Cytotoxicity, Proliferation, and Potency Bioassays
• Migration, Invasion, and Chemotaxis Testing

Virus Titering and Production Services

• Virus Production (HIV, FeLV, Parainfluenza, Reovirus, Herpes, Polio, Others), Pseudotyped viruses (Retroviral, Adeno-viral AAV, or custom made-to-order)
• Adventitious agent screening and validation of viral decontamination
• Virucide Services: Activity, Reduction, or Surrogate Virus Testing
• Retroviral Detection by: S+L- Assay, TEM, Co-Cultivation, RT-Detection, and PERT

Molecular Based Assay Services

• Protein Detection, Quantitation and Assay Development (ELISA, Western blotting, etc.)
• PCR Based Services: Reverse-Transcriptase and Teal-Time PCR assays qPCR for Pathogen Detection (Viral, Bacterial, and Mycoplasma)