About us

About BMA-Labor in Bochum: an independent, DAkkS-accredited testing laboratory for biological analysis in indoor environments, workplaces, and for products and medical devices.

About BMA-Labor

Biological analysis with experience, precision, and in-depth expertise

BMA-Labor is an independent contract laboratory based in Bochum, specializing in the analysis of biological contaminants in indoor environments and workplaces, as well as biological parameters as part of quality control for products and medical devices. Founded in 1999, the laboratory combines expertise in immunology and microbiology with transparent evaluation, personal consultation, and DAkkS accreditation in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025.

Our approach

How BMA-Labor works

Enquiry & coordination

We clarify your question, the scope of testing, and the appropriate approach.

Sampling or submission

Depending on your needs, we support you with on-site sampling or the proper submission of your samples.

Laboratory analysis

Testing is carried out using precise biological analysis in accordance with clearly defined quality standards.

Results & evaluation

You receive transparent results, expert interpretation, and, if desired, further consultation.

Who we are

BMA-Labor stands for scientifically sound biological analysis with a clear practical focus. Our team supports companies, experts, facility management, occupational health and safety, and private clients in investigating and assessing biological contamination. In addition to laboratory analysis, we also support the planning of suitable investigations, sampling, and the clear interpretation of results.

What sets us apart

Independent, accredited, and practice-oriented

Independent analysis

As an independent laboratory, BMA-Labor works autonomously and with a clear technical focus. Testing and evaluations are based on the specific question and on transparent analytical principles.

Accredited quality

DAkkS accreditation in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 stands for clearly defined quality standards, reliable procedures, and robust results in biological analysis.

Practical support

In addition to testing, BMA-Labor provides support with sampling, site inspections, expert reports, individual coordination, and professional interpretation—from the initial enquiry through to the results.

Our team

Expertise in biology, analytics, and quality management
Dr. rer. nat. Ute Stephan, graduate biologist, Management & Technical Director, BMA-Labor GmbH

Dr. rer. nat. Ute Stephan

Graduate biologist • Managing Director, Technical Director

Klaus Klus

Dr. rer. nat. Klaus Klus

Graduate biologist

Klaus Chauvel, accounting and commercial employee, BMA-Labor

Klaus Chauvel

Commercial employee; accounting,

Stephanie Wollenberg, technical assistant and quality management, BMA-Labor

Stephanie Wollenberg

Technical assistant; quality management

Nina Marx, biologist (M.Sc.), analysis of consumer products and medical devices, BMA-Labor

Nina Marx

Biologist, MSc; analysis of consumer products, medical devices

Dr. rer. nat. Ulrich Maier, graduate biologist, quality management and microbiological indoor analysis, BMA-Labor

Dr. rer. nat. Ulrich Maier

Graduate biologist; quality management, microbiological indoor analysis

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Bernhard Paul Becker

Engineer, B. Eng.; microbiological indoor analysis

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Reinhard Hollinderbäumer

Graduate biologist. External sampling

Frequently asked questions

Key information on samples, tests, services, and the process at a glance.

BMA-Labor specializes in biological analysis. This includes, among other things, mold analysis, allergen determinations, endotoxin determinations, microbiological testing, as well as analysis in the area of consumer products and medical devices.

The laboratory works for companies, inspection institutions, building surveyors, building biologists, engineers, facility management, occupational health and safety, and private clients.

Yes, samples can be submitted to the laboratory for testing. Depending on the question, BMA-Labor also provides information on sampling and supplies suitable sampling materials.

Yes, on-site inspections and sampling are possible. These services are provided within the regional area and by individual arrangement.

Yes, BMA-Labor is a testing laboratory accredited by DAkkS in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025.