SASA’s Diagnostic and Molecular Biology Branch provides analytical testing support for the GM Inspectorate by detecting genetically modified material using multi-element profiling and event-specific tests.
SASA is a full member of the European Network of GMO laboratories (ENGL) and is one of three UK National Reference Laboratories who assist the EU Community Reference Laboratory in testing and validating methods for detecting and identifying GMOs. Competence in GMO testing is also maintained by regular participation in ISTA GMO Proficiency Ring Tests.
For enquiries concerning GM testing telephone either 0131 244 8878 or 8845.
