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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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Nelson Labs offers:

Complete confidence

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

Exceptional service

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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An Industry-leading expert

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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End-to-end solutions

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

Published Articles

Designing a Test Plan that Works Globally—A Medtech Makers Q&A

Posted: April 23, 2026

Medical devices must be proven safe and effective under all conditions of use, making a well-designed, device-specific test plan essential. These plans consider factors such as intended use, transport, environment, and end users to ensure reliable performance. In this Q&A, experts from Nelson Labs and Regulatory Compliance Associates discuss key considerations for developing test plans...

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ASTM F2100-26: A Shift from Material Specification to Full Product Standard

Posted: April 2, 2026

Overview Medical face masks play a critical role in healthcare by providing source control (helping contain the wearer’s respiratory secretions) and reducing exposure to infectious splashes and sprays during healthcare procedures. ASTM F2100 was developed to define performance expectations for medical face masks. This standard has evolved over time in response to advances in testing...

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Conferences

PDA Extractables/Leachables for Parenteral Applications Training Course (PDA 577)

Event date: May 14, 2026

Join our training course: Extractables/Leachables for Parenteral Applications Training Course (PDA 577) Date & Time: 14 - 15 May 2026 Location: 4350 East West Highway, Suite 110 Bethesda, MD 20814...

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