Microtest Labs Offers Free Microbial Identification Testing, Free Shipping on Other Tests, to MD&M West Attendees

AGAWAM, MASS. – January 29, 2009 – To highlight its 20 years of experience as a leader in medical device testing services, Microtest Laboratories (http://www.microtestlabs.com/) is offering free microbial identification testing, along with free shipping on other lab tests, to eligible attendees visiting the Microtest exhibit, #828, at MD&M West 2009 in February.

The free offers highlight Microtest’s wide range of laboratory testing and validation services – and problem solving approach – that combine to assist medical device manufacturers to gain a competitive marketplace advantage.

“We work with our clients throughout the testing and validation process to help reduce down-time, lower costs and risk, speed regulatory approvals and time to market, and minimize schedule disruptions,” said Dr. Steven Richter, Microtest President and Chief Scientific Officer.

The free microbial identification offer demonstrates the fast, precise and reliable bacteria, mycoplasma, and mold identification services that Microtest provides by utilizing its two in-house MicroSeq® Microbial Identification Systems.

With two MicroSeq systems, Microtest delivers precise and reliable test results in a 24-hour time period – rather than traditional testing that’s often less accurate and requires a week or more turn around. Microtest is one of only a few labs in its area with such technology.

Microtest is also offering one year of free standard ground shipping to spotlight the dozens of other medical device testing services it offers, including Gamma/ethylene oxide (EO) sterilization validation, and Reusables, Endotoxin, and Sterility testing and related services.

To receive any of the free offers, companies must register at the Microtest exhibit (booth #828) during the MD&M West 2009 Expo. Current Microtest clients are not eligible.

Microtest’s medical device testing facilities are ISO 9001 and ISO 17025:2005 certified, and U.S. FDA-regulated, meeting all GLP/GMP standards. For more information, visit Microtest at MD&M West 2009 in booth #828, on the Web at http://www.microtestlabs.com/medical-device-testing, or call 1-800-631-1680.

About Microtest
Microtest is a leader in testing services and contract manufacturing for the medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology industries. Based in Agawam, Massachusetts, USA, the company's expertise and flexible processes enhance product safety and security, accelerate time to market, and minimize supply chain disruption. For more information, visit www.microtestlabs.com or call 1-413-786-1680 or toll-free 1-800-631-1680.

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Free White Papers Detail Sterility Testing Essentials for Medical Device, Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

AGAWAM, MASS. – January 12, 2009 – Two new white papers detailing sterility testing essentials are now available for free download from Microtest (http://www.microtestlabs.com/). The white papers, one which is customized for medical device manufacturers and one which is specialized for pharmaceutical manufacturers, presents the general concepts and problems associated with sterility testing and reviews different testing methodologies.

For medical device manufacturers, sterility testing of medical devices is required during the sterilization process as well as for routine quality control. Understanding sterility testing is essential when designing the validation process. The need to provide adequate and reliable test data is an important quality control issue. False positive results and test failures can have significant impact on production schedules and device time-to market. Medical device manufacturers can download the white paper at: http://www.microtestlabs.com/sterilitypaper/sterility-paper.htm.

For pharmaceutical manufacturers, sterility testing of pharmaceutical articles is an essential element of the sterilization validation process as well as for routine release testing. USP requirements employ sterility testing as an official test to determine suitability of a lot. Understanding sterility testing is beneficial in terms of designing a validation process. In addition, the need to provide adequate and reliable test data is an important quality assurance issue. Pharmaceutical manufacturers can download the white paper at: www.microtestlabs.com/sterilitypaper/pharma-paper.htm.

The author of the white papers is Steven Richter, Ph.D., President and Scientific Founder of Microtest, a leading provider of medical device and pharmaceutical services for medical device designers and manufacturers. The firm recently expanded its facilities, resources, and technology, and with more than 15 years of experience, is a single-source manufacturing solution.

For information on Microtest’s unique single-source solutions that minimize schedule disruptions and accelerate time to revenue visit Microtest on the Web: http://www.microtestlabs.com/ or toll-free: 1-800-631-1680.

About Microtest
Microtest is a leader in testing services and contract manufacturing for the medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology industries. Based in Agawam, Massachusetts, USA, the company's expertise and flexible processes enhance product safety and security, accelerate time to market, and minimize supply chain disruption. For more information, visit http://www.microtestlabs.com/ or call 1-413-786-1680 or toll-free 1-800-631-1680.

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