Since there are a large number of phages on the earth, any environmental source containing the target bacteria may contain phages. In the past 50 years, the biology of phages has been so extensively studied that almost no interesting questions about them remain unanswered. Phages are studied in environmental science because they are an important part of biological systems. They are the most abundant biological entities on the planet and are important because they help control bacterial populations, food web processes, biogeochemical cycles, and enhance prokaryotic biodiversity through horizontal gene transfer. There is also evidence that phages are a reliable surrogate indicator for pathogenic enteroviruses. Enterovirus can also be transmitted through feces, but it is difficult to detect. Attempts to clarify the phylogeny of phages may depend on comparative studies between similar phages isolated from different environments. The availability of relatively fast and inexpensive methods for detecting and counting phages makes it an attractive tool for assessing fecal contamination in environmental samples.
Phages tend to persist in the environment and are moderately resistant to natural and man-made stressors. Each sample is tested against a series of bacterial strains optimized for your sample. Regardless of the nature of the sample, we will never miss the presence of phage in any sample you send to us. We provide comprehensive phage testing services for all types of samples collected from the environment, including:
In our audit process, we often find errors in sample, material, and process handling or design. If these errors are corrected, a lot of time and money can be saved. In difficult situations, we provide a pollution map of the facility to understand the pollution level and find any potential secondary pollution sources. If phage contamination is suspected, we provide facility audit services. Our experts can check the facility analysis:
Creative Biolabs can meet the needs of customers for providing phage detection services on time and on budget. Our skilled and dedicated scientific researchers ensure that the most suitable methods and techniques are selected for each professional for your project. If necessary, please feel free to contact us.
Please kindly note that our services can only be used to support research purposes (Not for clinical use).
Creative Biolabs is a globally recognized phage company. Creative Biolabs is committed to providing researchers with the most reliable service and the most competitive price.
