Research Laboratory Services (RLS) delivers trusted lab testing services for researchers at academic, non-academic and commercial institutes. Throughout the U.S. services include biomarker immunoassay testing, FDA 510(k) validation studies, and custom sample processing, storage and shipment for clinical trials. We partner with you to drive discovery, validate innovation, and move research forward.

For additional information, please contact researchlabservices@mainehealth.org.

In addition to supporting research across these biomarker disease categories, RLS plays a critical role in managing clinical trial samples with precision and compliance.

Biomarker Disease Categories:

  • Autoimmune disease
  • Bone Metabolism
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Inflammation
  • Metabolic Syndrome
  • Obesity
  • Diabetes
  • Renal Function
  • Reproductive Endocrinology
  • Thyroid Function

Clinical Trial Sample Management:

  • Biological samples are processed and shipped in accordance with approved study protocols from both industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials.

 

Biomarker Analysis Equipment:

ISYS autoanalyzer (Immunodiagnostic Systems)

A fully automated immunoassay multiplex analyzer utilizing chemiluminescence detection for delivery of high-throughput results with continuous loading and sample-by-sample efficiency. The iSYS is capable of testing 14 biomarkers simultaneously and requires less than 150uL of sample volume.

BioTek Synergy H1 Multimode ELISA plate reader  (Agilent)

The Synergy H1 is a flexible multi-mode microplate reader that combines filter and monochromator optics for sensitive absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence assays. With broad wavelength coverage, temperature control, and support for multiple plate formats, it delivers accuracy and versatility for high-performance research.