La Drôme Laboratoire
La Drôme Laboratoire, now part of the group Terana, is a leading environmental and health analysis laboratory based in Valence, France. It specializes in environmental testing, microbiology, chemical analysis, and safety assessments, serving public and private sectors including local authorities, industries, and healthcare. The laboratory is committed to quality, innovation, and supporting public health and environmental safety through accredited testing and expert services. It actively participates in scientific events, community engagement, and collaborates with public authorities to enhance safety and environmental monitoring.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
La Drôme Laboratoire
37 Avenue de Lautagne, 26000 Valence, France
Products
Air analysis kit — benzene
Field kit for benzene sampling in indoor environments to collect a sample for laboratory VOC analysis.
Air analysis kit — duo
Multi-analyte air sampling kit for paired analyses (two analytes or duplicate sampling).
Professional air analysis kit
Professional-grade kit for comprehensive VOC and indoor air analyses intended for detailed laboratory testing.
Well / borehole water analysis kit
Kit and instructions for sampling well, borehole or spring water for laboratory potability and contaminant analysis.
Tap water (network) analysis kit
Sampling kit for network tap water intended to verify compliance with potable water regulations.
Metals + well water analysis kit
Combined kit for screening metals and general water quality in well/borehole sources.
Air analysis kit — benzene
Field kit for benzene sampling in indoor environments to collect a sample for laboratory VOC analysis.
Air analysis kit — duo
Multi-analyte air sampling kit for paired analyses (two analytes or duplicate sampling).
Professional air analysis kit
Professional-grade kit for comprehensive VOC and indoor air analyses intended for detailed laboratory testing.
Well / borehole water analysis kit
Kit and instructions for sampling well, borehole or spring water for laboratory potability and contaminant analysis.
Tap water (network) analysis kit
Sampling kit for network tap water intended to verify compliance with potable water regulations.
Metals + well water analysis kit
Combined kit for screening metals and general water quality in well/borehole sources.
Services
On-site sampling by trained technicians and laboratory analysis across environmental and food matrices for regulatory compliance and surveillance.
Turnkey services for indoor air assessments in public buildings and businesses including sampling, VOC analysis and regulatory reporting (LabRef30-compliant where applicable).
Targeted monitoring programs and confirmatory laboratory analyses for persistent organic pollutants and pesticides across water, soil, plant and animal-derived food matrices.
Chemical testing of environmental and industrial samples including physico‑chemical parameters, metals, PCBs, dioxins/furans and pesticides with methods adapted to matrix and regulatory needs.
Microbiological controls for food producers, restaurateurs, veterinarians and public bodies, including autocontrôles and regulated disease surveillance.
Legionella sampling, culture-based enumeration and PCR-based rapid testing, serogrouping and training for risk prevention and corrective actions.
On-site sampling by trained technicians and laboratory analysis across environmental and food matrices for regulatory compliance and surveillance.
Turnkey services for indoor air assessments in public buildings and businesses including sampling, VOC analysis and regulatory reporting (LabRef30-compliant where applicable).
Targeted monitoring programs and confirmatory laboratory analyses for persistent organic pollutants and pesticides across water, soil, plant and animal-derived food matrices.
Chemical testing of environmental and industrial samples including physico‑chemical parameters, metals, PCBs, dioxins/furans and pesticides with methods adapted to matrix and regulatory needs.
Microbiological controls for food producers, restaurateurs, veterinarians and public bodies, including autocontrôles and regulated disease surveillance.
Legionella sampling, culture-based enumeration and PCR-based rapid testing, serogrouping and training for risk prevention and corrective actions.
Expertise Areas
- Indoor air quality monitoring and program deployment
- Environmental chemistry and persistent pollutant surveillance
- Microbiology for food safety, environmental health and veterinary surveillance
- Method development and accredited validation (ISO/IEC 17025)
Key Technologies
- qPCR / PCR-based diagnostics
- Culture-based microbiology and serogroup typing
- Headspace sampling and solvent-free sample preparation
- Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS)
News & Updates
Following an audit in April 2018, the laboratory has extended its accreditation for indoor air analysis, including tetrachloroethylene, under the LabRef 30 standard.
The laboratory participated in the Fête de la Science, engaging the public with experiments on water chemistry, microbiology, and bio-espions gammares, promoting science education and awareness.
The department received a bronze Territoria award for its innovative educational project 'Les Exp’air de l’intérieur', involving sensors and pedagogical activities in schools.
The laboratory showcased its expertise in food safety, microbiological and chemical analysis, and environmental monitoring at major agricultural events.
The laboratory successfully transitioned to the new version of the NF EN CEI 17025 standard in November 2019, demonstrating its technical competence and organizational excellence.
Recognition for environmental and health analysis expertise
The laboratory's participation in community and scientific initiatives, including the detection of chlordécone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, highlights its recognized expertise.
Following an audit in April 2018, the laboratory has extended its accreditation for indoor air analysis, including tetrachloroethylene, under the LabRef 30 standard.
The laboratory participated in the Fête de la Science, engaging the public with experiments on water chemistry, microbiology, and bio-espions gammares, promoting science education and awareness.
The department received a bronze Territoria award for its innovative educational project 'Les Exp’air de l’intérieur', involving sensors and pedagogical activities in schools.
The laboratory showcased its expertise in food safety, microbiological and chemical analysis, and environmental monitoring at major agricultural events.
The laboratory successfully transitioned to the new version of the NF EN CEI 17025 standard in November 2019, demonstrating its technical competence and organizational excellence.
Recognition for environmental and health analysis expertise
The laboratory's participation in community and scientific initiatives, including the detection of chlordécone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, highlights its recognized expertise.