Microbiology Lab
Accredited Microbiology Lab
Airmid’s microbiology lab provides independent, expert-led microbiology testing for air, surface, textiles, and materials. Our ISO 17025-accredited lab supports product development, antimicrobial claims, and indoor air quality innovation.
Core Testing Capabilities
Lab technician preparing slide for microbial evaluation in an ISO-accredited microbiology testing laboratory
Our microbiology lab supports bacteriology and mycology testing for a wide range of microorganisms relevant to air, surfaces, textiles, and antimicrobial claims.
Bacteriology
- Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Salmonella spp.
- Quantification via plate count, membrane filtration, qPCR
- High-accuracy inoculation and recovery methods
Testing Capabilities of Airmid’s Microbiology Lab Include
- Surface antimicrobial efficacy testing
- Fabric and filter material testing
- Disinfection validation protocols
- Time-kill studies and log reduction assessments
- Bioaerosol release and containment analysis
- ISO 27447: Antibacterial Activity of Photocatalytic Materials
- ISO 22196: Antibacterial Surface Testing
- BS EN ISO 20743: Antibacterial Activity of Textile Products
- ISO 17094: Antibacterial Activity of Photocatalytic Materials
Airmid’s Microbiology Lab: ISO 17025 Accreditation & Quality Assurance
Airmid Healthgroup microbiologist uses advanced real-time PCR technology to support accurate microbial identification and quantification
Airmid Healthgroup is accredited by INAB (Reg. No. 284T)1 to perform microbiological testing in accordance with ISO 17025:2017 standards.
All methods are validated, traceable, and audited under our quality management system.
We support:
- Third-party product verification
- Regulatory filings (EU, US, Asia)
- Technical data for marketing claims
- GLP-style reporting on request
Industries & Applications We Support
We test for product manufacturers, innovators, and regulators across a wide array of applications:
- HVAC filters & air purifiers
- Textiles and antimicrobial bedding
- Flooring and surface coatings
- Cleaning agents and disinfectants
- Smart surfaces and health tech devices
- Healthcare, public transport, education & commercial buildings
Explore our GLP enabled Virology Lab and GLP enabled Allergen Labfor multi-modal testing support.
Why Choose Airmid Healthgroup’s Microbiology Lab?
Airmid Healthgroup’s microbiology lab is purpose-built to support R&D, regulatory submissions, and product performance validation in real-world conditions.
Staffed by PhD microbiologists and clinicians, we provide accurate and repeatable microbiological testing with full traceability.
As part of our integrated ISO 17025 testing facility, the microbiology lab works in synergy with our virology, allergen, and aerobiology units to deliver best-in-class results for indoor air and environmental health applications.
- ISO 17025:2017 accredited by INAB (Cert. 284T)
- Cleanroom protocols and environmental control
- Multiple walk-in climate chambers for realistic simulations
- Flexible support for prototypes, pilots, and full market-ready products
Environmental Chambers: Real-World Simulation
Technicians prepare a microbial exposure rig inside a controlled environmental test chamber at Airmid Healthgroup
Unlike traditional bench tests, our walk-in environmental chambers allow simulation of real-world environmental factors:
- Temperature, humidity, and air flow
- Controllable bioaerosol challenge conditions
- Replication of typical indoor product use
- Test-to-failure protocols for durability studies
This capability is especially valuable when assessing antimicrobial persistence, mold control, and microbial filtration performance under dynamic conditions.
Let our microbiology team help you validate, innovate, and differentiate your product in the market. We welcome direct collaboration with R&D, regulatory, and product marketing teams.
Related Services
Aerobiology Chambers
Our GLP capabilities ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory expectations for R&D and pre-market studies.
Learn more about our GLP-compliant environmental chamber testing
Virology Lab Services
At Airmid Healthgroup, our ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited and GLP-compliant Virology Laboratory is globally recognized for advanced antiviral testing and efficacy validation
Explore our virology testing and GLP-compliant antiviral efficacy services
Allergen Laboratory
airmid healthgroup is an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 INAB accredited testing laboratory for allergen analysis. Our team has world class experience in allergen analysis and can provide you with a complete range of proprietary and internationally recognised methods to meet your requirements.
Explore our allergen testing and GLP-compliant allergen removal efficacy services
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Keyword Phrases
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Other Tests
- Analysis and culture of airborne or dust samples with molecular methods (PCR/Real time PCR) for studies in virology, mycology, and bacteriology
- Antimicrobials/biocides assessment
- Bacteria, fungi, and virus inactivation
- Bioaerosol penetration and containment
- Characterization of microbial populations from air, dusts, and materials
- Disinfectant and sanitizer efficacy testing
- Fabric microbial penetration tests
- Isolation, quantitation, identification of bacteria, fungi, and bacterial viruses (bacteriophage)Microscopy and photomicrography
- Measure total viable count from solids, liquids and air as well as identification and enumeration of bacteria and fungi
- Microbiological testing for cosmetics
- Microbiological testing for medical devices
- Quantitative antimicrobial surface treatment & fabric testing
- Qualitative fungistatic testing
- Inter-laboratory cross checking comparison studies
- Customised contract research for all of the above microbiological testing
- View Accreditation Scope (ISO Airmid INAB.ie)