Lonza launches new e-learning module on bacterial endotoxins test interference

Lonza has announced the addition of an e-learning module for its QC Insider Toolbox providing information on the causes of interference in bacterial endotoxins tests (BETs).

The module is designed to provide users with solutions to help ensure regulatory compliance by overcoming the inhibitory or enhancing properties of a sample, as required by the BET monograph.

Since this validation forms part of the test for the final product release of injectable drugs and medical devices, this is a key consideration for many scientists. Many pharmaceutical products that are currently in use or being developed have characteristics that cause interference with the BET.

Katrin Hoeck, head of marketing analysis and testing at Lonza Bioscience Solutions, said: "Pre-treatment of samples is an important aspect in overcoming interference as a simple dilution will usually solve the issue; however, our new e-learning module helps quality control professionals respond to situations when dilution alone is not sufficient to overcome interference."

Lonza launched its e-learning modules in January 2016 to deliver the technical knowledge that quality control professionals need to achieve success with BET.

Each module can be taken at the user's convenience, with the learner receiving a certificate of completion for their training records upon completion of the test.