FOOD SAFETY, AUTHENTICATION, COMPLIANCE
Your Test Laboratory Partner
Notification on Change in Test Methods
06 October 2020
Please be informed that we have shifted our primary test methods of some test parameters as below :
1. DIV 1 conventional PCR to DIV 1 Real-time PCR
2. TiLV Real Time PCR (EVAGREEN)* to TiLV Real Time PCR (Taqman)*
Note : *Tests not included in SAMM accredited testing scope
However, DIV 1 conventional PCR and TiLV Real Time PCR (EVAGREEN), methods can still be used upon the request of customer or whenever there is necessity.
Please do not hesitate to call us should you have any further enquiry.
Lab-Ind Resource Sdn. Bhd.
Laboratory Verification for
Pre-export Testing
14 August 2020
Representatives from Department of Fishery (DOF) Malaysia, Ms. Eleanor Daniella, Dr. Roslina, and Ms. Sridevi Devadas, have audited our laboratory today to verify the incorporation of two new test methods in our ISO 17025 accreditation scope.
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Our laboratory has been approved by DOF since 2018 to conduct pre-export testing for raw shrimps export. Pre-export analysis for aquatic animals is compulsory for administration of health certificate before the consignment can be released for export.
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Drop us an email at info@mylabind.com or talk to us about your requirements at 603-6021 6880.
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TEST & SCREEN -
Muscle Necrosis in Shrimp
Muscle necrosis - A white, opaque discoloration in muscle tissue. Affected shrimps can be moribund (dying) and often associated with mortalities.
27 July 2020
Industry Alert : Test and Screen
Decapod Iridescent Virus (DIV-1)
22 June 2020
Previously known as “Shrimp Hemocyte Virus (SHIV)” and “Cherax quadricarinatus iridovirus (CQIV)”. DIV-1, a new threat to shrimp farming industry as this virus is highly virulent and causes mass mortality in 2-3 days upon first signs of infection.
First signs of infection:
1. Reddish shell
2. Soft shell
3. Shrimps sink to bottom of pond
Most affected species:
1. Pacific whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei)
2. Giant river prawns (Macrobrachium rosenbergii)
We offer testing service for DIV-1. Contact us at
info@mylabind.com
☎ +603-6021 6880
Screen for DIV-1 now in your SPF brood stock, postlarvae, and artemia.
Extension of Scope (EOS)
Assessment
16 June 2020
We have successfully completed our EOS Assessment (and without any non-conformance)!!
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EOS assessment covers :
1) ISO documentation check
2) Technical Assessment
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Two new test methods will be incorporated into our ISO 17025 scope once the panel from Department of Standards Malaysia (DSM) endorses the Technical Assessor findings.
Laboratory Resume Operation (30 March 2020 onwards)
28 March 2020
We would like to inform that our laboratory will be operating as usual from 30 March 2020 (Mon) onwards. This is due to our services have been listed as essential to support your aquatic production during the movement restriction order.
We are able to receive your samples as usual and please arrange the delivery accordingly by:
1) sending us the consignment number if you are sending the samples via courier
2) wearing mask if you are sending samples via walk-in
However, please expect that your sample result may be delayed during the restriction period. Any further enquiry, kindly contact us for clarification.
Regards,
Lab-Ind Resource Sdn. Bhd.
Laboratory Temporary Closed (18-31 March 2020)
17 March 2020
In light of the recent decision by the Malaysian government regarding movement restriction order due to COVID-19 pandemic, our laboratory will temporarily cease operations from March 18, 2020 (Wed) until March 31, 2020 (Tue).
Any inconvenience caused is regrettable. We look forward to serve you better.Should you need furrther clarification, do not hesitate to contact us. We are reachable via email/WhatsApp during this period.
Sincerely,
Lab-Ind Resource Sdn. Bhd.
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Proficiency Testing 2019 (Aquaculture)
21 January 2020
We are pleased to announce that our laboratory has successfully completed the Proficiency Testing program 2019 (Round 4) organized by the CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory. We correctly detected all the crustacean pathogens including WSSV, IHHNV, TSV, YHV, IMNV, and AHPND/EMS. We are committed to continue providing our best service in molecular laboratory testing to our customers in the aquaculture industry. Thank you for your support.
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Click here to view our PT report (lab's code : AO1)