Our Testing Technology
Our lab draws on a full suite of modern analytical instruments. We select the techniques that fit each supplement — this page explains, in general terms, how they work.
How we see what's inside
Chromatography
Chromatography separates the many compounds in a supplement using a specialized column, so each ingredient can be analyzed individually.
Mass Spectrometry
Mass spectrometry identifies and quantifies the separated compounds with high precision — confirming both what is present and how much.
A full analytical toolkit
A look at the techniques a professional lab can bring to supplement analysis. The right combination depends on the product.
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography
Separates a sample into its individual components so each compound can be measured on its own — a workhorse for verifying potency.
Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Pairs chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry to identify and quantify compounds, including peptides, with high specificity.
Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry
Separates and identifies volatile compounds and residual solvents that liquid methods may not capture.
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry
Detects trace heavy metals — such as lead, arsenic, cadmium and mercury — down to very low concentrations.
UV-Visible Spectroscopy
Measures how a sample absorbs ultraviolet and visible light to support quantitative assays of certain actives.
Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy
Fingerprints molecular structure to help confirm the identity of raw materials and finished products.
Karl Fischer Titration
A precise technique for determining moisture (water) content, which can affect a product's stability and dosing.
Microbial Screening
Screens for microbial contamination to help support overall product safety.
Not every method applies to every product. We select the techniques most appropriate for your supplement — this overview is informational and not a commitment to any specific procedure.
Test types we can perform
From sample to clear report
Precision you can rely on
These methods can detect ingredients at very low concentrations and distinguish between closely related compounds — essential for verifying peptides and actives, and for screening contaminants or fillers.
The result is a transparent, defensible measurement of what your supplement actually contains, presented in a clear, easy-to-read report.
7-day turnaround on most reports.