Welcome to our eDNA service! Please, contact us for more information and to provide you with a quote meeting your project needs. We will be more than happy to help you and collaborate.
Important Facts:
What are some of the most popular and high aquatic impact invasive species?
Zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha)
Quagga mussel (Dreissena bugensis)
Bythotrephes longimanus (Spiny waterflea)
Bythotrephes cederstroemi (Spiny waterflea)
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What other species can be identified and the options for methodology?
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We can detect other species including those in the Ontario Invasive Species Act and Federal Invasive Species Regulations, and perform eDNA analysis customized for your project by using qPCR and/or metabarcoding (up to 60 target species/sample).
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You also have the option to combine services like microscopy and eDNA for more accurate results in certain cases, and depending on your project needs/budget.
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What are the options for sending samples to the lab for analysis?
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For eDNA analysis you may send samples preserved in ethanol 95%
Type of samples:
Water,
Plankton,
Individuals of the suspected species or parts,
Sediment
You also have the option to send filters or we can do the sampling for you on site.
*Please contact us for other type of samples, questions, and a quote customized to your project
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