Analytical Services
MOUNT SINAI SERVICES provides clients with access to one of the largest laboratory facilities in Canada.
- Over 3 million tests run each year
- Over 1,800 analytical tests available
- Leader in introducing the latest in new tests and technologies
- State-of-the-art equipment and instrumentation
- Industry-leading turn around times and quality
MSS’ wide breadth of analytical services range from conventional blood, urine and serum tests run on the most advanced automated reference lab equipment, to highly specialized immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and molecular tests prepared in customized batches.
Clinical Testing
MSS utilizes the high-volume rapid response reference lab at Mount Sinai Hospital for routine clinical testing. Client samples are bar-coded on delivery to the lab and interfaced to MSS' Lab Information System. Our clinical test menu encompasses:
- Biochemistry
- Coagulation
- Drugs of Abuse Screening
- Hematology
- Histopathology
- Microbiology
- Serology
- Urinalysis
Specialized Testing
MSS also offers sophisticated specialty and esoteric tests in the following fields:
- Cytogenetics (e.g. FISH)
- Electron Microscopy
- Flow Cytometry
- HPLC & Mass Spectometry
- Microbiology & Virology
- Molecular Assays (e.g. RT-PCR, Microarrays)
- Multiplex Array Immunoassays
- Pharmacogenomics (e.g. CYP450)
Histology Research Services
MSS offers a full range of routine and customized histology services including all aspects of histopathology, immunohistochemistry, and image analysis for both animal and human tissue.
- Processing, cutting and staining
- Tissue microarrays
- Immunohistochemistry
- Imaging and morphometry
- Advanced bioimaging
- Consultation
Accreditations
MSS complies with the Standards Council of Canada’s Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) principles for every project where GLP is required. Our labs and facilities are audited by FDA and private regulatory agencies regularly, with uniform success. Our accreditations and certifications include:
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College of American Pathologists
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Ontario Laboratory Accreditation
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ISO 15189