SMTL are UKAS accredited for testing extractable protein from medical devices. Our routine protein test is a modified Lowry assay which is used to measure the amount of total extractable protein in latex medical gloves; this gives an indication of the levels of latex proteins which are known allergens. The method used to extract protein from gloves can be modified so that other latex containing medical devices can be analysed.
If you have a product you wish to have tested or have any questions, please contact smtl.info@wales.nhs.uk
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