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The laboratory provides diagnostic microbiological testing services for the examination of food, water and environmental samples.
Guidance and responsibilities of the UK's National Reference Laboratory (NRL) for food microbiology.
Form L7 for the isolation, identification and toxin detection of clostridium botulinum and Staphylococcus aureus.
The engagement of life scientists with issues of biosecurity has been limited
Controls on UK food and feed imports, checks and inspections of high-risk food at UK borders, fees and documentation for importers.
The characteristics, management and surveillance of Gram-negative bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Klebsiella and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
The UK Health Security Agency's (UKHSA) FW&E laboratories protect the public from significant health threats associated with food, water and environmental hazards.
World Data Centre for Microorganisms (WDCM) is the data center of the World Federation for Culture Collections (WFCC)
RIPL specialises in the diagnosis and management of unusual or hazardous infectious diseases present in the UK or imported into the country.
Form (R3) for identification of Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, bordetella, diphtheria and tetanus.
The diversity of microorganisms remains largely untapped
Form M1 for submitting single isolates to bacterial identification section (BIDS).
UK Health Security Agency's laboratories provide a comprehensive range of microbiological tests and services.
Reviews the available sampling options for antimicrobial resistant microorganisms, including their antimicrobial resistance genes, from the atmosphere.
GBRU is the national reference laboratory for gastrointestinal pathogens and provides specialist testing of clinical, food, water and environmental samples.
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