C101 Animal DNA Fingerprinting (Typing)

Description:

See "Animal Parentage Testing" for a more detailed explanation of the technology behind this test. Identical in technique to the parentage testing protocol, animal DNA fingerprinting is performed on only one animal. It provides a permanent, tamper-proof record of identity for an individual. The DNA fingerprint obtained from one sample can be compared with a DNA fingerprint obtained at a later date from a different sample, allowing for confirmation of identity.

Reasons for DNA fingerprinting (typing):

1.The DNA fingerprinting (typing) service is a permanent and indelible record of identification of individual animals.

2.Verifying parentage (see “Animal Parentage Testing”).

3.Economical consideration: DNA fingerprinting (typing) can be used to permanently identify an animal and to assure that its parentage is correct. This increases its worth and extends to the assurance of such things as contracts and insurance policies.

4.Tracing stolen animals. The DNA sample preparations are also stored for possible future use, such as genetic testing for different animal disorders.

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Sample:

1. Whole blood (3 ml) in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
2. Dried blood on a filter paper card.
3. Three oral cheek swabs.

Special Handling:

Store samples at 4°C until pick up or shipment.

Test Code:

C101