Bioanalysis Service (SCFA, LCFA, BA)
Introduction
At QIB Extra, we offer a comprehensive suite of bioanalysis services focused on the quantification of key metabolic fatty acids and bile acids. Using advanced analytical technologies and housed within state-of-the-art facilities, our services support research and product development in areas such as gut health, metabolic regulation, nutrition, and disease biomarker discovery.
Benefits
- Comprehensive metabolic insights: Quantification of SCFAs, LCFAs, and bile acids provides a holistic view of gut metabolism, offering insights into microbial activity, host energy metabolism, and digestive processes.
- High sensitivity and accuracy: Our advanced analytical techniques offer highly sensitive and specific quantification of these metabolites at low concentrations.
- Support for health research: Accurate quantification aids in understanding the role of these metabolites in various health conditions, including metabolic disorders, gut health, and neurological functions.
- Evaluation of dietary interventions: Allows researchers to assess the impact of dietary changes or probiotic supplementation on the production of SCFAs and other metabolites.
- Biomarker identification: Quantification of these metabolites can help identify potential biomarkers for various health conditions or treatment efficacy.
- Product development support: Assists in the development and quality control of functional foods, supplements, or pharmaceuticals targeting gut health or metabolic disorders.
Background
Metabolic fatty acids and bile acids play essential roles in digestion, energy balance, inflammation, and host-microbiota interactions. Their precise quantification provides a deeper understanding of biological processes and offers valuable data for evaluating interventions, therapeutic effects, or nutritional strategies. Our bioanalysis platform provides sensitive, specific, and reproducible results, allowing researchers to explore microbial function, host response, and metabolic output with confidence.
Through targeted testing of SCFAs (short-chain fatty acids), LCFAs (long-chain fatty acids), and bile acids, QIB Extra enables clients to investigate gut microbial metabolism, assess disease-related biomarkers, and support the development of functional foods, supplements, and therapeutics. Our experience working with both academic and commercial partners ensures that each project is approached with scientific rigour and application relevance.
Benefits
- Comprehensive metabolic insights: Quantification of SCFAs, LCFAs, and bile acids provides a holistic view of gut metabolism, offering insights into microbial activity, host energy metabolism, and digestive processes.
- High sensitivity and accuracy: Our advanced analytical techniques offer highly sensitive and specific quantification of these metabolites at low concentrations.
- Support for health research: Accurate quantification aids in understanding the role of these metabolites in various health conditions, including metabolic disorders, gut health, and neurological functions.
- Evaluation of dietary interventions: Allows researchers to assess the impact of dietary changes or probiotic supplementation on the production of SCFAs and other metabolites.
- Biomarker identification: Quantification of these metabolites can help identify potential biomarkers for various health conditions or treatment efficacy.
- Product development support: Assists in the development and quality control of functional foods, supplements, or pharmaceuticals targeting gut health or metabolic disorders.
Services
Our comprehensive bioanalysis services encompass the quantification of key metabolites—short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), long-chain fatty acids (LCFAs), and bile acids—that are integral to understanding gut microbiota function, host metabolism, and overall health. Utilising advanced analytical techniques, we provide precise and reliable measurements to support research in nutrition, metabolic disorders, and gastrointestinal health.
SCFA Analysis
Short-chain fatty acids such as acetate, propionate, and butyrate are key products of microbial fermentation of dietary fibres. Our SCFA testing service helps assess gut health, inflammatory responses, and energy metabolism.
Applications: Whole grains, legumes, yogurt, sauerkraut, broccoli
LCFA Analysis
Long-chain fatty acids are critical to cellular structure and long-term energy regulation. Our LCFA analysis supports studies in cardiovascular health, obesity, and metabolic syndromes.
Applications: Olive oil, walnuts, salmon, beef, butter
Bile Acid Profiling
We analyse both primary and secondary bile acids involved in fat absorption and host metabolic regulation. This service aids research on liver function, microbiome interaction, and bile-acid-mediated signalling.
Applications: Avocados, fatty fish, eggs, liver, full-fat milk
Contact Us
If you are interested in our comprehensive bioanalysis services, including polyphenol, SCFA, LCFA, and bile acid testing, QIB Extra is here to support your research and product development needs. To find out more or to discuss your project requirements, please contact us.