ZeptoMetrix® NATtrol™ Gastrointestinal Molecular Quality Controls and Panels
ZeptoMetrix® NATtrol™ is a trusted third-party QC solution for gastrointestinal infectious disease molecular testing. Formulated with non-infectious whole microorganisms, NATtrol™ controls support reliable extraction and amplification monitoring across a broad range of assays and platforms.
Perfect product for Biofire GI panel
Quality control for GI panel in molecular lab
I love using this qc product for my GI panel on Biofire as this qc hits all the target for negative and positive.
Review Date: 20 Mar 2026 | ZeptoMetrix - Molecular Diagnostics
Very good products
Cepheid controls
The controls are easy to use, have long shelf life, and help our daily QC for the tests performed in our laboratory pass without problem.
Review Date: 4 Feb 2026 | ZeptoMetrix - Molecular Diagnostics
Easy to use
Diagnostics
Zeptometrix product is stable even after the expiration date. However, a lot of the product has not exact copy number and region of template (some not using whole genome) making validation difficult
Review Date: 26 Jan 2026 | ZeptoMetrix - Molecular Diagnostics
Good product
Quality control
Quality control products are acceptable. The ease of use is very convenient.
Review Date: 2 Dec 2025 | ZeptoMetrix - Molecular Diagnostics
Ease of use
Controls for multiplex panel
All positive targets on one control. Easy to use.
Review Date: 2 Dec 2025 | ZeptoMetrix - Molecular Diagnostics
Quality product
Molecular diagnostics
Quality product that performs well but comes with much more than I need.
Review Date: 11 Nov 2025 | ZeptoMetrix - Molecular Diagnostics
Nice extraction controls
DdPCR and extraction control for wastewater monitoring
These are great controls for extraction and ddPCR. I just wish the were quantitative (gc/mL).
Review Date: 11 Sept 2025 | ZeptoMetrix - Molecular Diagnostics
Good and reliable product
Molecular Diagnostics
Easy to use and maintain a clean area for processing many samples at the time without having contamination issues.
Review Date: 3 Sept 2025 | ZeptoMetrix - Molecular Diagnostics
ZeptoMetrix® NATtrol™ GI Molecular Controls and Panels are designed to support accurate and reliable molecular testing for gastrointestinal infectious diseases. As the most trusted third-party QC brand, NATtrol™ controls help laboratories monitor assay performance and maintain confidence in daily testing operations.
Formulated with non-infectious whole microorganisms in a proprietary matrix, these ready-to-use refrigerated controls function as full process controls, monitoring critical extraction and amplification steps. Available in both single-analyte controls and multi-analyte panels, they allow laboratories to verify test performance, assess reagent consistency, and support personnel training.
NATtrol™ GI controls and panels cover a broad menu of clinically relevant pathogens, including Adenovirus, Campylobacter jejuni, Clostridium difficile, Norovirus, Rotavirus, Salmonella, Shigella, and more. Demonstrated on leading molecular platforms such as BioFire® FilmArray®, Cepheid® GeneXpert®, BD MAX™, QIAstat-Dx®, and Diasorin® VERIGENE®, these controls offer flexibility and confidence across diverse molecular workflows.
TechTalk: Improve confidence in molecular testing with NATtrol™ quality controls
Friday, July 31 at 16:00 BST | 17:00 CEST | 11:00 EDT | 08:00 PDT
Quality controls play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and consistency of molecular diagnostic testing.
In this 20-min SelectScience® TechTalk, Dr. Jessica Van Allen, Technical Support Lead at ZeptoMetrix, will explore the importance of QC throughout the testing workflow and discuss how selecting the appropriate control can help laboratories meet quality, regulatory, and operational requirements.
Attendees will gain an understanding of ZeptoMetrix® NATtrol™ molecular quality controls, including their design, intended use, and benefits for infectious disease testing applications. Dr. Van Allen will also review key considerations for choosing the right control for specific workflows, assay platforms, and laboratory requirements.
Whether implementing a new assay or optimizing an existing testing process, participants will leave with practical guidance to help strengthen confidence in their test results.
Certificate of attendance
If you attend the live TechTalk, you will automatically receive a certificate of attendance, including a learning outcomes summary, for continuing education purposes.
If you view the on-demand TechTalk, you can request a certificate of attendance by emailing editor@selectscience.net.
TechTalk details
- Cost: Free to attend
- Location: Online
- Duration: 20 minutes
Registration is required to secure your place. If you register but can’t attend live, you will receive a link to the on‑demand recording once it becomes available.







