Alta Analytical Laboratories

Alta Analytical Laboratories was a leading contract research organization (CRO) that provided specialized bioanalytical services to the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in El Dorado Hills, California, the company was recognized for its technical expertise in liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) and immunochemistry. Their services supported drug discovery, preclinical studies, and all phases of clinical development, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality data for drug candidates. The laboratory maintained a strong focus on Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards for both small and large molecule analysis. In 2005, the company was acquired by Intertek, significantly expanding Intertek's capabilities in the life sciences sector.