Sampling and Laboratory Logistics: How to Collect DNA Samples and Overview of Techniques for Laboratory Analysis

Susanne Hinkley; Richard G Tait Jr

doi:10.1016/j.cvfa.2024.05.003

Sampling and Laboratory Logistics: How to Collect DNA Samples and Overview of Techniques for Laboratory Analysis

Vet Clin North Am Food Anim Pract. 2024 Nov;40(3):381-398. doi: 10.1016/j.cvfa.2024.05.003. Epub 2024 Aug 24.

Authors

Susanne Hinkley¹, Richard G Tait Jr²

Affiliations

¹ Clinical Diagnostics, Neogen Genomics, 4131 North 48th Street, Lincoln, NE 68504, USA. Electronic address: shinkley@neogen.com.
² Genetics Product Development, Neogen Genomics, 4131 North 48th Street, Lincoln, NE 68504, USA.

PMID: 39181793
DOI: 10.1016/j.cvfa.2024.05.003

Abstract

This article discusses different options and best practices for sample types and sample collection devices for downstream genotyping in today's sophisticated animal husbandry systems. Best practices for sample collection, shipping, and submission of samples are shown and an overview of techniques for laboratory analysis is provided. The ultimate goal is to facilitate the generation of useful and meaningful results for the client.

Keywords: DNA; Genetic defect; Genetic selection; Genotyping; Sampling.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Animal Husbandry / methods
Animals
DNA* / analysis
Specimen Handling* / methods
Specimen Handling* / veterinary

Substances

DNA