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PharmLabs provides the cannabis community with lab testing and analytical services for Compliance Testing and Quality Assurance purposes.

16/12/2025

🎄 Holiday Hours Update 🎅🏽

As we head into the holiday season, we want to thank you for your continued trust in PharmLabs 🤍
 Please plan accordingly, as our laboratory will be closed and not accepting or processing samples on the following dates:

📅 December 24–26, 2026 📅 January 1, 2026

To help avoid any delays, we recommend scheduling submissions ahead of time. Our team will resume normal operations immediately following these closures.

Have questions about scheduling or turnaround times? 📧 care@sdpharmlabs.com
Wishing you a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season ✨
 🔬 PharmLabs | ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited 🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com 📞 (619) 356-0898

16/12/2025

🎄 Holiday Hours Update 🧑‍🎄

As we head into the holiday season, we want to thank you for your continued trust in PharmLabs 🤍
 Please plan accordingly, as our laboratory will be closed and not accepting or processing samples on the following dates:

📅 December 24–26, 2026 📅 January 1, 2026

To help avoid any delays, we recommend scheduling submissions ahead of time. Our team will resume normal operations immediately following these closures.

Have questions about scheduling or turnaround times? 📧 care@sdpharmlabs.com
Wishing you a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season ✨
 🔬 PharmLabs | ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited 🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com 📞 (619) 356-0898

16/12/2025

🌱 This weeks Myth or Fact Question:

Pesticide testing only looks for a few common chemicals?

❌ Myth.
Comprehensive pesticide testing involves screening for a broad range of regulated pesticide compounds, often spanning multiple chemical classes. Because each pesticide behaves differently at the molecular level, accurate detection requires specialized analytical methods and highly sensitive laboratory instrumentation capable of measuring residues at trace levels.

There is no single universal test for all pesticides. Instead, accredited laboratories rely on validated multi-method testing approaches, strict quality controls, and method verification to ensure results are accurate, reproducible, and compliant with regulatory standards.

Understanding the scope of pesticide testing helps brands interpret Certificates of Analysis (COAs) correctly, maintain product integrity, and support transparency throughout the supply chain. This is why third-party laboratory testing plays a critical role in quality assurance and compliance across regulated products.

💬 Question for you: Did you know pesticide testing involves multiple analytical approaches?

Share your thoughts/answers in the comments below.

➡️ Have questions about pesticide testing panels? Let’s talk.

🔬 ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Analytical Laboratory
🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
📞 (619) 356-0898

16/12/2025

🍄 Question of the Week
What’s the difference between psilocybin and psilocin and why does it matter for analytical testing?
 Psilocybin is the more chemically stable compound, while psilocin is significantly less stable and degrades more easily. Because of this, psilocin requires stricter handling, storage, and validated analytical methods to be accurately measured in laboratory testing. Although closely related, psilocybin and psilocin behave very differently during analytical testing.

🔬 Psilocybin is the phosphorylated, more chemically stable compound. 🧪 Psilocin is the active metabolite and is significantly less stable, making it more susceptible to degradation from light, heat, oxygen, and handling.

Because of this, accurate analysis requires specialized sample preparation, validated analytical methods, and strict quality controls. Without these safeguards, reported results may not fully reflect compound presence or consistency.

This distinction is critical for research accuracy, data integrity, and reliable analytical reporting, especially when working with naturally variable materials. It’s one reason third-party laboratory testing and method validation are essential in advanced compound analysis.

💬 Did you know psilocybin and psilocin require different analytical considerations during testing?
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📍 PharmLabs 🔬 ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Analytical Laboratory 🧪 Trusted since 2011 🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com 📞 (619) 356-0898

10/12/2025

Industry News 🚨

Early clinical studies are shedding new light on how psilocybin-assisted therapy may support patients in oncology and palliative care settings.

According to recent clinical reviews, psilocybin has shown promising potential in helping reduce anxiety, depression, and existential distress among individuals facing advanced or life-limiting cancer. These early-stage findings highlight meaningful improvements in emotional well-being and quality of life when treatment is administered in controlled, professionally supervised therapeutic environments.

While these results are encouraging, psilocybin-assisted therapy remains experimental and is not part of standard oncology treatment. Larger, long-term clinical trials are currently underway to better understand safety, efficacy, and appropriate therapeutic frameworks. As research evolves, rigorous analytical testing and compound verification remain essential to advancing safe, responsible scientific progress in this field.

📖 Read full article here: https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/psychedelic-science-2025-clinical-perspectives-on-psychedelics-in-palliative-oncology

At PharmLabs, we are committed to supporting innovation across emerging therapeutic landscapes. Our ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory provides validated analytical testing for cannabinoids, peptides, alkaloids, psychedelic compounds, and more empowering researchers, manufacturers, and healthcare innovators with precise and reliable data.

🔬 Have questions about testing or need analytical support for your products or research?
 📞 Contact our team: (619) 356-0898 🌐 Visit: www.sdpharmlabs.com 📩 Request a quote or consultation today.

08/12/2025

Protect Your Products with Heavy Metal Testing 🧪🌱

Quality starts with what you can’t see. Heavy metals like lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury may be invisible, but their impact on product safety and compliance is significant. That’s why PharmLabs uses state-of-the-art ICP-MS instrumentation to detect even the smallest trace levels helping brands stay compliant, transparent, and trusted.

❓ Did you know? Some heavy metals naturally occur in soil, meaning even clean, organic cultivations can test positive without proper monitoring. Regular testing protects your customers and your brand’s reputation.

With years of experience across cannabis, h**p, mushroom, peptide, and wellness products, our team delivers fast, accurate results backed by ISO 17025 accreditation and strict scientific standards.

📞 Contact Us: Phone: (619) 356-0898 Website: www.sdpharmlabs.com
 🔍 Ready to safeguard your products? Request your heavy metal test today and elevate your brand’s quality with PharmLabs.
 

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08/12/2025

03/12/2025

MYTH OR FACT? 🤔
 Is heavy metals testing exclusive to cannabis products? Spoiler: It’s a myth….and a big one! 🧪✨

Heavy metals like lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury don’t discriminate. They can be found in a wide range of consumer goods, including supplements, edibles, topicals, botanicals, peptides, and even soil-grown wellness products. This is why multiple industries not just cannabis rely on accredited labs to ensure product purity and safety.

At PharmLabs, we perform ICP-MS testing to accurately identify trace levels of harmful metals and help brands stay compliant, transparent, and trusted. Whether you’re a grower, manufacturer, formulator, or researcher, heavy metals testing is essential for product integrity and consumer protection.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes into a high-quality COA or why heavy metals screening matters, this week’s Myth or Fact is a perfect place to start. 🌿💡

Have questions about testing or need help understanding a COA? Our team is here to support you. Let’s elevate your quality standards together.

📞 (619) 356-0898 🔗 www.sdpharmlabs.com
 ✨ Request a free quote anytime

01/12/2025

🤔 Question of the week: Let’s talk COAs!
 Today’s Question of the Week is all about what you look for first when reviewing a Certificate of Analysis. Whether it’s the potency profile, safety results, or the full COA breakdown, each section plays a critical role in understanding product quality, compliance, and consumer safety.

Fun fact: A COA isn’t just a document, it’s a scientific snapshot of your product. Every line represents validated data generated through accredited analytical methods. Potency numbers confirm cannabinoid or peptide concentration, while safety panels check for heavy metals, microbial contaminants, residual solvents, pesticides, and more. Together, they form the transparency and trust that today’s industry demands.

At PharmLabs, we’re committed to delivering COAs that are clear, accurate, and easy to understand. Our ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory uses advanced instrumentation to ensure your results reflect the true identity, purity, and quality of your product every time.

🗣️ So tell us…
 What part of a COA do YOU enjoy reading the most? Drop your answer below, we love hearing your perspective! 👇

For questions about COAs, testing services, or compliance requirements, our team is here to help!
 📩 info@sdpharmlabs.com 📞 (619) 356-0898 🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com

01/12/2025

🚨 This weeks Industry News….

🗞️ Federal changes are reshaping the future of the h**p industry and for businesses across the supply chain, now is the time to prepare. 
According to Cannabis Science & Technology’s recent report, the evolving federal definition of h**p will require manufacturers, processors, and brands to strengthen their compliance strategies and invest in validated laboratory testing. As regulations tighten, accurate data becomes the foundation of product integrity, safety, and market trust.

At PharmLabs, our ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory provides advanced analytical testing designed to meet these new expectations with precision. Whether you produce cannabinoids, h**p-derived products, or custom formulations, our team delivers the reliable potency, contaminant, and purity data you need to stay ahead of regulatory change.

Staying compliant isn’t just smart, it’s essential for long-term success.

🔗 Read the full article: https://www.cannabissciencetech.com/view/pivoting-with-purpose-how-the-h**p-industry-can-navigate-the-federal-change?utm_source=chatgpt.com

📞 Ready to strengthen your compliance?
Our team is here to support your testing needs with accuracy, transparency, and scientific integrity.

📩 Request a free quote: info@sdpharmlabs.com 📞 (619) 356-0898 🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com

26/11/2025

🧪🍂 Thanksgiving Closure, Please Plan Ahead!
 PharmLabs will be closed this Thursday & Friday in observance of Thanksgiving. To maintain smooth turnaround times, we encourage all clients to submit samples early this week.

As an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory, we remain dedicated to providing accurate, reliable testing across cannabinoids, peptides, psychedelics, terpenes, microbial contaminants, mycotoxins, heavy metals, residual solvents, and more.
 Submitting samples ahead of the holiday ensures your production schedules, R&D workflows, and compliance deadlines stay on track.

We appreciate your continued partnership and wish you a safe, restorative, and gratitude-filled Thanksgiving. 🧡

📞 Need support before the holiday? Our team is here to help: (619) 356-0898 🌐 sdpharmlabs.com

24/11/2025

❓ MYTH OR FACT OF THE WEEK:
 “All cannabinoids, terpenes, peptides, and psychedelic analytes can be tested using the same method.”

Answer: MYTH.

In analytical science, one method does not fit all. Every compound class cannabinoids, terpenes, peptides, and emerging psychedelic analytes requires its own validated extraction, sample preparation, and detection workflow to ensure accuracy, sensitivity, and defensible results.

Why? Because different analytes have unique chemical structures, polarities, and stability profiles, meaning the wrong method can lead to inaccurate quantification, compromised data, or missed contaminants. This is why ISO/IEC 17025-accredited labs must independently validate each analyte and matrix before offering it as a reportable test.

At PharmLabs, our commitment to precision, transparency, and scientific reliability guides every validation, every method, and every report issued to our clients. Whether you’re testing cannabinoids, terpenes, peptides, or other specialty compounds, accurate results begin with the right method and a lab you can trust.

📞 Need clarity on what your product requires?
 Our team is here to help you navigate proper testing pathways, method selection, and compliance expectations.

➡️ Request a free quote or speak with our team today
 📱 (619) 356-0898 🌎 www.sdpharmlabs.com
📧 inf@sdpharmlabs.com

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3421 Hancock St,

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PharmLabs provides the cannabis community with lab testing and analytical services to ensure consumers have access to safe medicine. We offer informational testing for consumers and quality assurance purposes as well as full California Compliance testing including Random Sampling; your required first step towards Compliance which is performed by a trained Specialist.