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Understanding Different Types of Analytical Testing in Drug Manufacturing

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Analytical testing encompasses a wide range of techniques used to assess pharmaceutical products at various stages of development and production. Each type of testing serves a specific purpose in ensuring drug quality and performance.

1. Chemical Testing

  • Assay Testing: Determines the concentration of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in a formulation.
  • Impurity Profiling: Identifies and quantifies impurities, degradation products, and residual solvents.

2. Physical Testing

  • Dissolution Testing: Assesses how a drug dissolves in the body, impacting bioavailability.
  • Particle Size Analysis: Ensures uniformity in drug formulations, which affects absorption rates.

3. Microbiological Testing

  • Sterility Testing: Confirms that sterile drugs are free from microbial contamination.
  • Endotoxin Testing: Detects bacterial endotoxins that can cause adverse reactions.

4. Stability Testing

  • Accelerated Stability Studies: Simulate long-term storage conditions to predict shelf life.
  • Forced Degradation Studies: Identify potential degradation pathways under extreme conditions.

Why These Tests Matter

Each type of analytical test provides critical data on drug quality, ensuring that medications remain effective, safe, and compliant with global regulations.

                   

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