Microbial Toxins Testing

Expedited Microbial Toxins Testing

Microbial toxins are poisonous small molecules, peptides, or proteins made by microbes such as bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and some algae during growth. Food microbial toxins are dangerous because they can cause both rapid (acute) poisoning and long term (chronic) damage in humans and pets. IEH Laboratories provides validated testing services to help clients detect, quantify, and manage microbial toxin hazards across a wide range of complex product matrices. Our services support hazard analysis, verification of preventive controls, and investigation of suspected toxin-related foodborne illness.

Turnaround time: 1 – 5 days

What We Test For

IEH laboratories provide validated analytical methods for the detection and quantification of key microbial toxins, including:

Mycotoxins
- Aflatoxins (B₁, B₂, G₁, G₂, M₁)
- Fumonisins (B₁, B₂, B₃ )
- Fusarium toxin T₂
- DON (vomitoxin)
- ZON (zearalenone)
- H_T2 toxin
- Ochratoxin A
- Patulin

B.cereus toxins
- Cereulide (emetic toxin)
- Enterotoxins
Staph. aureus toxins
C.botulinum toxins
Algae toxins
- Microcystins

Matrices and Product Types

Testing is available for a broad range of products, including:

Dairy products
Meats and poultry
Ready-to-eat foods
Bakery items
Beverages

Spices and seasonings
Nuts and grains
Processed foods
Pet foods

If you have a unique matrix, we can help determine the best approach for your sample type.

Expedited testing, comprehensive analysis

We use validated rapid immunoassays (such as ELISA and lateral flow), culture-based methods, and confirmatory chromatographic techniques (e.g., LC-MS/MS) to deliver accurate quantitative and qualitative results.

Our technical team assists clients with selecting appropriate toxin panels based on product type and risk profile, designing sampling plans, and interpreting results in the context of regulatory limits and internal specifications. We also offer guidance on corrective actions, shelf life studies, and validation or verification studies when toxin hazards are identified in the product or environment.

Submit your sample for testing

For returning customers, download the Sample Submission Form and send it back to us.