Moving Veterinary Diagnostics Forward with Genomics
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Our Genomics Laboratory is staffed by a team of experienced diagnostic professionals and technologists, and is equipped with an ONT (Oxford Nanopore Technologies) GridION X5 to efficiently manage a wide range of sequencing applications, from individual diagnostic samples to large volumes for research projects.
Diagnostic Sequencing Services Include:
Bacterial isolate identification, genome assembly, and characterization by whole-genome nanopore sequencing.
Salmonella Typing by whole-genome nanopore sequencing.
Influenza A HA and NA typing by whole genome sequencing.
Amplicon sequencing for specific targets, such as Porcine Sapovirus VP1, Porcine Rotavirus A and C VP7 sequencing, Avian Adenovirus Hexon Gene Sequencing.
Research Project Sequencing:
BovReproSeq – A syndromic sequencing panel for detection of 17 pathogens associated with Bovine Reproductive Failure.
Shotgun metagenomic sequencing to characterize bacterial and viral population present in a diagnostic sample.
With rapid maturation of third-generation sequencing technologies, PDS anticipates that the range of the genomics-based diagnostic applications will continue to expand in the near future.
For inquiries regarding your diagnostic needs, including appropriate sample types, sequencing depth, and bioinformatic analysis options, contact the PDS Diagnostic Services Office at (306) 966-7316 or via email at dso@usask.ca.
For special requests, refer to Research, Surveillance, and Other Specialized Testing.