What is freeze-drying used for?
Freeze-drying helps safeguard sample integrity by preserving samples for long-term storage while maintaining potency and stability.
Who are your laboratory services suitable for?
Our services support biotechnology companies, healthcare providers, pharmaceutical industries, universities, research institutions, regenerative medicine researchers, and R&D collaborations.
Is your laboratory certified?
Yes. Our facility is ISO 9001 certified, NEBB-certified, and operates with EU-GMP compliant cleanroom laboratory standards.
Does Cytonex collaborate with research institutions?
Yes. We actively participate in R&D collaborations with prestigious institutions and research partners.
What is the expected turnaround time (TAT) for laboratory services?
Turnaround time varies depending on the type of analysis, sample requirements, and project complexity. Our team will provide an estimated TAT during consultation and project discussion to ensure transparency and efficient planning.
What are the most commonly requested laboratory services at Cytonex?
Some of our most frequently requested services include Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA) for extracellular vesicle and exosome characterisation, as well as Cell Culture & Characterisation services involving Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs). These services are among our core strengths and are trusted by research partners across various industries.
Do you offer promotional packages or long-term laboratory service collaborations?
Yes. We are always open to discussing customised collaborations, institutional partnerships, and long-term laboratory service arrangements on a monthly or yearly basis. Our team is more than happy to support valuable research initiatives and develop tailored solutions based on project needs.
Why choose our lab?
We adhere to internationally recognized guidelines, including International Society for Cell & Gene Therapy (ISCT) standards and International Society for Extracellular Vesicles MISEV guidelines for EV characterization, ensuring scientific rigor, reproducibility, and reliable data quality. Our methodologies are continuously optimized and validated through the integration of emerging technologies and the latest advancements in EV research.
What EV services does Cytonex offer?
We offer comprehensive extracellular vesicle (EV) laboratory services, including end-to-end support from EV isolation, purification, and characterization to quality control and analytical testing, using optimized and complementary techniques to ensure high purity, reproducibility, and research or clinical-grade reliability.
What methods are used for EV isolation?
We employ a combination of current state-of-the-art EV isolation methods aligned with MISEV guidelines, moving beyond traditional “gold standard” ultracentrifuge approach.
What is Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA)?
NTA is a real-time analytical technique used to measure particle size distribution and particle concentration of extracellular vesicles and nanoparticles.
What information can NTA provide?
NTA provides high-resolution particle size distribution analysis and particle concentration analysis.
Is Cytonex experienced in exosome characterisation?
Yes. Cytonex provides reliable and efficient NTA analysis for EVs/exosome characterisation and is among the few laboratories in Malaysia offering this specialised service.
What are Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs)?
MSCs are multipotent stem cells capable of differentiating into various cell types and are widely studied in regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research.
How do you ensure cell culture quality?
We perform multiple quality control tests including endotoxin testing, mycoplasma testing, immunophenotyping, and viability analysis.
Is your laboratory equipped for advanced cell culture work?
Yes. Our EU-GMP compliant cleanroom laboratory is equipped with advanced instruments and certified laboratory infrastructure to support high-quality cell culture and characterisation work.
What is flow cytometry analysis used for?
Flow cytometry is used to analyse physical and chemical characteristics of cell populations for research and diagnostic applications.
What applications are supported in your flow cytometry services?
Our flow cytometry services support:
- Human MSCs characterisation by immunophenotyping assay
- Cell cycle analysis
- Apoptosis analysis
- Natural Killer (NK) cells analysis
What flow cytometer system do you use?
We use the BD FACSCanto II flow cytometer equipped with advanced laser detection systems for precise cellular analysis.
What is the Qubit fluorometer used for?
The Qubit fluorometer provides highly sensitive fluorescence-based quantification of DNA, RNA, and proteins.
What does the spectrophotometer analysis provide?
Spectrophotometer analysis allows rapid purity assessment and quantification of DNA, RNA, and protein samples.
What is the chemiluminescence imaging system used for?
The system is tailored for chemiluminescence Western blot imaging using highly sensitive sensor arrays for accurate signal detection.
What is freeze-drying used for?
Freeze-drying helps safeguard sample integrity by preserving samples for long-term storage while maintaining potency and stability.
What endotoxin testing methods do you offer?
We offer:
- Gel clot endotoxin testing (up to 0.125 EU/ml)
Why is microbiological testing important?
Microbiological testing helps ensure sample safety, quality assurance, contamination control, and research reliability.
Will I receive a detailed report?
Yes. Clients receive detailed reports including methodology, analysis results, and data interpretation where applicable.
Do you provide tailored project support?
Yes. We provide customised laboratory workflows and consultation based on specific research or industrial requirements.
How can I contact Cytonex Laboratory Services?
You may contact us through:
- Email: labservices@cytonexlab.com / info@cytonexlab.com
- Phone: +603-2202 3737 / +6011-3936 8253
Where is Cytonex Laboratory located?
Cytonex Laboratory is located at:
A-16-17, Level 16, Menara UOA Bangsar,
No. 5 Jalan Bangsar Utama,
59000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.