Food Testing

Meat Testing

The most accurate meat testing available

Meat is tested at Hill Laboratories using PCR technology providing you with a rapid and accurate form of testing through the identification of the pathogens DNA. Most common pathogens can be detected using this current form of technology. We also offer a full range of residue, heavy metals and proximates tests on meat.

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About this Testing

If you are testing your meat for pathogens such as E.coli 0157:H7, Salmonella, Listeria species and Listeria monocytogenes Hill laboratories now offers a suite of tests using the latest PCR technology. PCR technology offers unsurpassed accuracy and delivers results faster than any other technology.

More about PCR technology

What is PCR technology?

PCR technology uses DNA testing to accuractly measure the level of pathogens in food samples. PCR testing is mandated by the NZFSA for testing of E.coli 0157:H7 in beef destined for the US market.

The benefits of PCR technology

PCR is an extremely sensitive and selective technology that allows for very rapid detection of DNA belonging to specific pathogenic organisms. Those businesses that want fast turnaround and accuracy of results should consider PCR as their method of choice.

Other testing services offered by Hill Laboratories

Microbiological on food and water samples
Compliance to maximum residue levels. Testing for elements, heavy metals or proximates may also be required
Multi residue GC Test – 240+ pesticides
LCMSMS1 multiresidue test
Veterinary medicines screen
Heavy metals
Elements
Proximates (ash, moisture, crude fat, nitrogen, protein)
Nutritional Panels

Guides and Supporting Information

For information about the testing of food samples for microbiological lifeforms