Staphylococcus aureus dosage

Staphylococcus aureus is a pathogenic bacterium commonly monitored in the food, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries. It can produce enterotoxins that cause food poisoning and is an essential hygiene indicator in production environments. Staphylococcus aureus testing quantifies its presence and assesses product compliance with health standards. This analysis is essential for preventing microbiological risks, ensuring consumer safety, and meeting regulatory requirements.

Analytical methods for the determination of Staphylococcus aureus

Staphylococcus aureus analysis is based on several recognized methods:

• Culture on selective media and colony counting, followed by biochemical confirmation.
• PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) for targeted and rapid detection of bacterial DNA.
• DNA sequencing (NGS) to characterize microbial diversity and identify the strains present.

These approaches are performed in accordance with ISO 6888 or equivalent methods, ensuring reliable and comparable results. They complement other essential microbiological analyses such as Escherichia coli enumeration , Salmonella enumeration or Enterobacteriaceae quantification .

Industrial and regulatory applications

Staphylococcus aureus testing is required in different contexts:

• Human food: monitoring of meat, dairy products, ready meals and processed foods.
• Nutraceuticals: securing protein powders, plant extracts and food supplements.
• Animal nutrition: microbiological control of formulations and raw materials.
• Cosmetics: verification of the hygiene and safety of products applied to the skin.
• Industrial environments: control of rinse water, equipment and manufacturing surfaces.

These analyses are part of a HACCP and ISO 22000 approach, and enable us to meet the requirements of health and safety authorities.

Matrices analyzed for Staphylococcus aureus

YesWeLab supports the analysis of Staphylococcus aureus in a wide range of matrices: meat, fish, dairy products, prepared meals, nutraceutical powders, dietary supplements, rinse waters, and environmental samples. Each matrix is ​​processed with specific protocols to ensure representative and reliable results.

Security and compliance issues

Staphylococcus aureus dosage contributes to:

• Ensure the health safety of food and consumer products.
• Comply with the regulatory limits set by European and international standards.
• Reduce the risk of batch recalls and their economic and reputational consequences.
• Optimize production processes through regular microbiological monitoring.

These issues are complementary to the controls carried out on other pathogens, such as the counting of Listeria monocytogenes or the detection of yeasts and molds .

YesWeLab's expertise in Staphylococcus aureus testing

YesWeLab collaborates with more than 200 partner laboratories in France and Europe, accredited ISO 17025 and COFRAC, specializing in food and environmental microbiology. Based on your needs, our experts select the most appropriate method, whether culture, PCR, or DNA sequencing. Thanks to our digital platform, analysis management is simplified: online quotes, sample tracking, and rapid return of results. Since 2020, numerous manufacturers, distributors, and design offices have trusted us to guarantee the quality and safety of their products.

Take action

Do you want to check your food, nutraceutical, or cosmetic products for the presence of Staphylococcus aureus? Entrust your samples to YesWeLab for reliable, standards-compliant analysis. Request a quote online today.