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Few labs offer true challenge study expertise, but AFSL specializes in custom pathogen and spoilage organism challenge studies using well-characterized strains of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, E. coli 0157, and more. Whether you’re validating a kill step, ensuring post-process control, or meeting USDA/FDA requirements for RTE foods, AFSL’s challenge studies are backed by:

  • Precise inoculum preparation
  • Controlled environment studies
  • Comprehensive data interpretation
  • Support with regulatory submissions

These aren’t plug-and-play studies – they’re scientifically robust, meticulously executed, and regulator-ready.