Introducing RapidCert™ Biological Indicator (BI) Sterility Testing — Nelson Labs’ patent-pending solution for quicker sterility confirmation. Learn More
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As a leading global provider of microbiological and analytical lab testing, we know that compliance is critical and every test matters. Our commitment to upholding the highest standards and building strong customer partnerships is driven by our shared desire to improve and save lives.

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Your products help save lives, our tests help make that possible. Our track record and reputation for quality and reliability set us apart.

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We provide personalized service for every client and every project with our worldwide network of labs and facilities. We know that timely turnaround, superb quality and working with a provider who understands your needs are critical to a long-standing partnership - and that’s why 99.4% of our sales orders are from repeat customers.

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We understand your business and the challenges you face. In fact, our experts sit on the standards committees and have created many of the tests you rely on. Learn from our experts.

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We are the only comprehensive provider of mission-critical services. Our expert advisors can guide you along your product development lifecycle to ensure the safety of your product.

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News & Events

Design and Development Roads Converge at Biocompatibility

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Design and Development Roads Converge at Biocompatibility

Posted: July 9, 2026

Biocompatibility is often treated as a milestone, a box to check on the path to regulatory approval. In reality, it is the cumulative outcome of hundreds of decisions made long before a device ever reaches a test lab. Every choice in materials, manufacturing processes, geometry, packaging, and sterilization shapes the biocompatibility profile of a medical...

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A Guide to Filtration Sterilization, From Microbial Retention Testing to Custom Validations

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A Guide to Filtration Sterilization, From Microbial Retention Testing to Custom Validations

Posted: July 6, 2026

Sterilization by filtration is a critical step in the manufacturing of sterile pharmaceutical products. As described by Nelson Labs, this process assures sterility by physically removing microorganisms from the fluid stream. Importantly, proper filtration sterilization causes no adverse effects to product quality. It is especially important in dealing with thermally sensitive products. In this Pharma Matters...

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Seminars

Validation of Sterile Medical Devices Chicago 2026

Event date: September 22, 2026

Learn how to achieve more successful testing outcomes by attending our Validation of Sterile Medical Devices Chicago 2026 seminar. The aim of this three-day seminar is to provide MedTech professionals...

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