News: New: Melamine clean-up columns (26/01/2011)

R-Biopharm Rhône Ltd is pleased to announce the launch of their new melamine solid phase clean-up columns for the analysis of melamine in a range of commodities by HPLC or LC-MS/MS. Melamine is an organic base chemical rich in nitrogen and is most commonly found in the form of white cyrstals. Melamine is widely used […]

News: Understanding bovine lactoferrin: importance, testing, and the introduction of EASI-BIND® LACTOFERRIN (21/01/2025)

Bovine lactoferrin is a multi-functional protein found in cow’s milk that plays a crucial role in health and nutrition. This remarkable protein is particularly significant in establishing and maintaining an infant’s immune system, aiding in iron metabolism, and supporting gut health. Lactoferrin’s benefits are not limited to infants; it is increasingly recognised for its potential […]

News: R-Biopharm christmas recipe: Peanut-caramel lozenges (approx. 80 pieces) (17/12/2021)

Our R-Biopharm christmas recipe this year was submitted by our employee Christine. These peanut-caramel lozenges are delight for the whole family, to be shared under the Christmas tree. Or maybe you could bake a batch of cookies and give them to your friends as a gift? In any case, we hope you enjoy baking them, […]

News: Aflatoxins in nuts: An overlooked hazard? (05/02/2016)

Nuts are a tasty snack. We love them in pecan pie, in mueslis, cereal bars, chocolates and in hazelnut spreads. Plus, nuts are said to have positive health effects. Yet, nuts may be contaminated with dangerous mycotoxins. Here’s what you need to know.

News: Vitamin analysis: New test kits for the determination of vitamin content in food (03/03/2016)

On 7th March, it’s “healthy eating day” in Germany. This annual event was called into life by the German Food and Dietetics Association (VFED). For this occasion, we take a closer look at some substances that are strongly associated with healthy eating: vitamins.

News: Listeria in food: An increasing risk? (20/04/2017)

Listeria are among the main causes of food poisoning. Recently, there has been an increasing number of product recalls due to Listeria contamination. How great is the risk really?

News: RIDASCREEN® Bacitracin: Quantitative Screening of Bacitracin (06/05/2014)

Screening test for bacitracin in milk, meat, eggs, feed and urine   RIDASCREEN® Bacitracin is a competitive enzyme immunoassay for the quantitative screening of bacitracin in milk, meat, eggs, feed and urine.The test kit contains all reagents required for 96 determinations. As the maximum residue limits of the European Union and the Russian customs union […]

News: Seafood fraud: One out of three fish dishes is not what it says on the menu (20/11/2015)

Is this the next case of food fraud after the horsemeat scandal? Examiners recently analyzed seafood dishes in Brussels (Belgium). The appalling result: Every third seafood dish served in restaurants contains a fish species other than the one you’ve paid for. Here’s what you need to know about the most affected species, the impact on […]

News: Mycotoxins in animal feeds: How dangerous are they for pets? (26/11/2021)

Gastrointestinal disorders and impairment of the immune and nervous systems: Mycotoxins, the metabolic product of mold fungi, are not just hazardous to human health; they may also be toxic for pets. How do mycotoxins get into pet food? What health risks are there? As a pet owner, this is vital information!

News: Hidden allergen detection in spices (20/02/2015)

News: Multi-mycotoxin analysis: Simultaneous sample purification for 11 mycotoxins (30/05/2016)

Food producers have to comply with specific limit values for mycotoxins. For regular analysis of different mycotoxin concentrations in cereals, multi-toxin analyses are an effective alternative. Such methods allow for the analysis of multiple mycotoxins in one run. For laboratories that use LC-MS/MS for mycotoxin analysis, we have developed new solid phase extraction columns for […]

News: RIDASCREEN® Gliadin receives AOAC Official First Action Status (31/07/2012)

R-Biopharm is proud to announce the RIDASCREEN® Gliadin ELISA, for the detection and quantification of gluten in foods has been accepted by AOAC International as Official First Action method. The AOAC Official Methods Board adopted the method “Gliadin as a Measure of Gluten in Foods containing wheat, rye and barley Enzyme Immunoassay Method based on […]

News: Food Fraud: An uncalculable risk for allergic persons (09/01/2017)

Horse meat in lasagna, antifreeze agents in wine or false declared fish: There are many examples for food fraud. The deliberate consumer deception is not only unappetizing – it can be very dangerous for allergic persons.

News: LC-MS/MS: Method of choice for efficient multi-mycotoxin analysis (11/07/2018)

For the detection of mycotoxins, liquid chromatography with mass spectrometric detection (LC-MS/MS) has become very popular in recent years. Laboratories with high sample throughput are especially increasingly relying on this precise and efficient method. Here‘s how to handle matrix effects and make optimal use of LC-MS/MS.

News: The total solution for the screening for malachite green and crystal violet (12/02/2019)

With the launch of the EuroProxima Malachite Green Total ELISA, R-Biopharm offers a screening test that is fully validated for the measurement of malachite green, leucomalachite green, crystal violet and leucocrystal violet in fish and shrimp.

News: Gluten-free food: Standards and regulations you should know about (12/01/2017)

Producers of gluten-free food must comply with certain requirements in terms of labelling, manufacturing and analysis. From Codex Alimentarius to the AOECS standard and EU regulations: We have summarized the existing legislations – and recent resolutions you should be aware of in 2017.

News: Mycotoxin analysis just keeps getting easier (12/08/2016)

For laboratories carrying out routine mycotoxin analysis and running large numbers of samples every day, it makes good sense to investigate the possibility of automation. Novel reusable immunoaffinity cartridges containing monoclonal antibodies coupled to a pressure resistant polymer (IMMUNOPREP® ONLINE immunoaffinity cartridge) enable automated analysis of mycotoxins when used in conjunction with CHRONECT Symbiosis RIDA®CREST […]

News: Dekkera bruxellensis: New detection method for wine analysis (07/10/2016)

Dekkera bruxellensis is considered the most important spoilage yeast in the wine industry. It causes severe off-flavors of sweat, leather or horse. Early detection of a possible contamination is therefore of great interest. Now, there’s a new test method for that, significantly reducing the workload for wine makers.

News: Latin America’s First ISO 17025:2017 Accredited Laboratory Pioneers Cannabis Analysis for Food Pathogens (14/09/2023)

In a groundbreaking achievement for the cannabis industry in Latin America, the Laboratorio Instrumental de Alta Complejidad from Lasalle University in Colombia (https://laboratoriodeanalisis.lasalle.edu.co/) has attained ISO 17025:2017 accreditation (21-LAB-030), marking a significant milestone in the field of cannabis analysis, particularly concerning food pathogens. This accreditation underscores the laboratory’s commitment to ensuring the safety and quality […]

News: R-Biopharm at WMF meets IUPAC 2016 (08/04/2016)

In two months we will be on our way: On June 6, “WMF meets IUPAC” opens its doors in Winnipeg. It’s the world’s biggest conference on mycotoxins and we’re still busy planning. Today, we want to give you an impression of what to expect at the event.

News: Reference material: cornerstone of quality control (03/09/2019)

Reference material is indispensable for quality control in food analysis. But what exactly is the difference between reference material and certified reference material? And what is an analytical standard? Here‘s an overview.

News: Seaweed – alternative protein source but also coming with potential food safety hazards? (02/08/2022)

Did you know? Harvested seaweed, neither seafood nor a vegetable, is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) but only as a spice. As part of sushi, in the form of salad or as part of cosmetics or fertilizers and soil conditioners – seaweeds find many applications in several industries, with a special increasing […]

News: Alghe: fonte proteica alternativa ma anche potenziale rischio per la sicurezza alimentare? (01/01/1970)

Did you know? Harvested seaweed, neither seafood nor a vegetable, is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) but only as a spice. As part of sushi, in the form of salad or as part of cosmetics or fertilizers and soil conditioners – seaweeds find many applications in several industries, with a special increasing […]

News: Unveiling the power of FUMONIPREP®: Unlocking your solution to accurate fumonisin detection (25/01/2024)

Detecting and mitigating mycotoxins like fumonisins have emerged as pivotal concerns in ensuring food and feed safety. The increased focus on fumonisin testing stems from various critical factors – Health concerns: Fumonisins have been associated with severe health issues in both humans and animals. These toxins, when ingested through contaminated food or feed, can lead […]

News: 5 tips for your perfect Thanksgiving dinner (21/11/2018)

In the USA, Thanksgiving will be celebrated this Thursday. On this occasion, we have collected some useful tips to make your Thanksgiving dinner a success.

News: High levels of ochratoxin A found in dried figs (17/02/2016)

Lately, there has been an increase in the presence of ochratoxin A in dried figs. Our colleagues from R-Biopharm Rhône have summarized the most important information for you.

News: Semi-automated nucleic acid preparation for food and feed samples – simplicity and convenience (30/07/2020)

Extraction of nucleic acids is a vital part of real-time PCR and is often challenging due to several factors such as the high variability of sample matrices and inhibitory substances like plant ingredients, alcohols or salts.

News: New social media series: What are the benefits of automation to your qPCR lab routine? (05/10/2021)

Standardization of methods, a more efficient lab routine, and saving time and resources. Automation has many advantages. We answer the most important questions about automation.

News: Gluten analysis explained: 10 questions and answers you should know (10/08/2017)

Codex standard, AOAC certification, R5 or G12 antibody: What does really matter in gluten analysis? We have collected 10 questions about gluten analysis that everyone in the food industry should be able to answer. How many can you easily answer?

News: RIDASCREEN® Nitrofuran AHD completes the test kit portfolio for the analysis of the nitrofuran metabolites AHD, AMOZ, AOZ and SEM (05/09/2013)

Nitrofurans are synthetic broad-spectrum antibiotics, which are frequently used in animal production due to their excellent antibacterial and pharmacokinetic properties. They have also been used as growth promoters during the production of shrimp, poultry and pigs. Long term animal experiments have shown that the parent compounds and their metabolites have carcinogenic and mutagenic characteristics. This […]

News: RIDA®QUICK Gliadin: Rapid gluten test receives AOAC validation (17/03/2016)

A few weeks ago, we featured an article about the rapid gluten test RIDA®QUICK Gliadin. This handy gluten test strip can be used for swabbing surfaces directly on-site without any equipment, providing results in only 5 minutes. After sample preparation, the test strip can also be used for testing raw and processed foods. So, the […]

News: Legionella, a waterborne risk (07/05/2020)

Tap water contaminated with Legionella can cause severe infections. Water pipes that are not used regularly are particularly susceptible to the colonization of bacteria – a problem especially now during the coronavirus pandemic, as many businesses, hotels and public facilities are closed.

News: The RIDASCREEN® Milk Concept (20/07/2012)

Analytical test kits for ensuring milk-free food production

News: Cheers! It’s beverage day – a toast to quality control (06/05/2022)

Drinking is a huge part of how we socialize, celebrate, and also sometimes deal with stress. However, as more people make a point of a conscious lifestyle or become sober-curious, fully sober, or simply want a more fun night off, there is an increasing demand and popularity for low and non-alcoholic beverages. These include alcohol-free […]

News: Does winemaking actually reduce ochratoxin A in wine? (24/04/2015)

Scientists from the Northwest A&F University published a study about ochratoxin A in wine produced in China. The concentration of ochratoxin A depends on various factors in winemaking.

News: Quality Assurance from Farm to Fork: Test Your Rice, Trust Your Meal! (24/04/2024)

With the global importance of rice as a staple food, addressing aflatoxin contamination is crucial for ensuring food safety and public health.  R-Biopharm Rhône offers a wide range of analytical solutions tailored for the precise analysis of AFTs. Our immunoaffinity clean-up methods ensure high specificity by isolating and concentrating the mycotoxin of interest from the sample. These products exceed Official Method criteria and have undergone rigorous validation in numerous CEN and AOAC collaborative trials, being widely referenced in scientific publications. For more information on how to test for aflatoxins in rice, please contact us.