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# Enzyme analysis in laboratory

## As a biopharmaceutical manufacturer you want to perform an enzyme analysis

### Why perform an enzyme analysis ?

Analysis of enzymes or enzymatic analysis in a laboratory is a crucial field in biotechnology and biopharmaceuticals, essential for understanding and optimizing their biological functions.

Enzymes, which are catalytic proteins, play a key role in nearly all biological processes. To harness their potential in research, drug development, or industrial production, it is imperative to meticulously characterize their properties.

In biopharmaceuticals, rigorous laboratory analysis of enzymes is critical to ensure their effectiveness as therapeutic agents, such as in the treatment of metabolic diseases or as adjuvants in drug formulations. Similarly, in industry, enzyme analysis is crucial for optimizing production processes, including in the manufacture of food, biofuels, and chemicals.

## Our solutions for enzyme characterization / enzyme analysis

### Why choose FILAB for enzymatic analysis?

FILAB, a laboratory of analytical expertise, offers comprehensive services for enzymatic analysis and characterization. We provide a range of customized methods to evaluate enzyme properties, tailored to the specific needs of our clients.

## Our enzyme analysis services

### Enzyme analysis and characterization

FILAB provides in-depth analysis of various aspects of enzymes, including :

## Structural Determination

[Peptide mapping](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/biopharmaceutical/biotherapeutic-and-recombinant-protein-characterization/peptide-analysis-biopharmaceutical-services/)

novo sequencing

## Physicochemical Properties

Accurate measurement of size

Mass measurement

Measuring the [physicochemical properties](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-physicochemical.md)of enzymes

#### Cutting-edge techniques for measuring physico-chemical properties

- mass spectrometry (LC-MS),
- chromatography detection (SEC-Triple detection),
- thermal stability assessment (DSC),
- spectroscopic profiles (UV/visible absorption, FTIR).

### Identification and characterization of impurities

Detection and characterization of [impurities](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/organic-impurities-analysis-laboratory.md) are crucial for ensuring the safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance of enzymes.

Our services include:

**Identification of Truncated Forms**: Using LC-MS

**Aggregation Detection**: Analyzed by SEC-Triple detection

**Post-Translational Modifications (PTM)**: Analyzed by [LC-MS/MS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/altis-lc-msms-analysis.md) / HRMS ([QTOF](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-for-lc-qtof-analysis.md) and [Orbitrap](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/analysis-orbitrap-mass-spectrometry/))

**Evaluation of Various Impurities**: In compliance with[ICH Q3D](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/analysis-ich-q3d-context/elemental-impurity-analysis-according-ich-q3d-laboratory.md), [E&L](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-extractable-leachable-testing/extractable-leachable-analysis.md), etc

## Our biopharmaceutical services

[Protein analysis](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/biopharmaceutical/biotherapeutic-recombinant-protein-characterization/protein-analysis.md)

[Proteomic analysis ](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/biopharmaceutical/laboratory-proteomic-analysis.md)

[Characterization Biotherapeutics and recombinant proteins](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/biopharmaceutical/biotherapeutic-recombinant-protein-characterization.md)

[Peptide analysis](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/biopharmaceutical/biotherapeutic-recombinant-protein-characterization/peptide-analysis-biopharmaceutical-services.md)

[Lipid formulation analysis](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/biopharmaceutical/analysis-lipid-formulations.md)

[Characterization Cell and gene therapy products ](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/biopharmaceutical/characterisation-of-cell-and-gene-therapy-products.md)

### To go further

FILAB also offers specific tests for process-related impurities, such as the quantification of elemental impurities according to [USP 233](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/analysis-ich-q3d-context.md) and [ICH Q3D](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/analysis-ich-q3d-context/elemental-impurity-analysis-according-ich-q3d-laboratory.md), as well as analyses of extractables and leachables (E&L). Additionally, we analyze cell culture media, including amino acids, vitamins, and saccharides, to ensure the quality of bioproduction processes.

FILAB provides tailored analytical solutions covering all stages of enzyme development and production, meeting your specific needs and ensuring high-quality results.

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