We provide a broad range of genomics solutions to support your research and project:

• Next generation sequencing
• Microarrays
• qPCR / dPCR
• Sanger sequencing
• Oligo synthesis
• Gene synthesis
• DNA and RNA extractions

Our highly flexible and large-scale ISO 17025-certified NGS and ISO 17025-certified as well as GLP-compliant Sanger sequencing services enable us to process virtually any sample type ranging from single samples to thousands. NGS is performed on Illumina, MGI, PacBio and Oxford Nanopore platforms, allowing optimal technology selection for every project.

For microarray-based services, we operate a dedicated facility in Galten, Denmark, equipped with Illumina and Thermo Fisher platforms. Our high capacity workflows support large-scale population genetics studies, delivering reliable genotyping data for thousands of samples.

Our high-throughput qPCR and dPCR services are available in 96- or 384-well formats, utilizing Roche LightCycler and Fluidigm BioMark HD and EP1 systems for precise and scalable analysis.

Our oligo and gene synthesis services are designed to meet projects of any size. ISO 13485-certified oligo synthesis can be fully customised, offering delivery in tubes or plates, varying concentrations, formats (dry or in solution), pooling options, flexible turnaround times, and custom labelling.

Gene synthesis at Eurofins Genomics is ISO 13485-certified and can follow quality standards aligned with GMP-like processes, supporting projects with advanced regulatory and quality requirements. Our streamlined, efficiency-driven processes ensure high-quality constructs including codon optimisation for optimal expression in the organism of interest.

We also provide comprehensive DNA and RNA extraction services, supporting a wide range of starting materials and sample volumes. Common sample types are animal and plant tissue, cells and cultured cells, blood, bacterial pellets, and FFPE samples. We utilize automated column- or bead-based workflows, with manual extraction available upon request. All processes are ISO 17025- certified, ensuring high-quality and reproducible results.

The turnaround time (TAT) depends on the selected genomics solution and sample volume. Our mission is to deliver the fastest possible TAT, continuously setting new industry benchmarks while further enhancing quality. This is achieved through:

• the use of reliable, proven, and market-leading technologies and platforms
• high sequencing and production capacities
• optimised, lean, and highly automated laboratory processes
• and many years of experience combined with deep, long-standing expertise

We offer a comprehensive portfolio for microarrays, next generation sequencing (NGS), Sanger sequencing and qPCR for genotyping and gene expression analyses.

Microarrays are widely used for gene expression analysis and genotyping. Our flexible solutions enable coverage of the entire transcriptome or targeted analysis of specific genes of interest.

NGS is also applied for gene expression and genotyping, providing unbiased, high-resolution data through genome, exome, and transcriptome sequencing approaches.

Sanger sequencing is primarily used for genotyping and the detection of specific mutations. However, it is typically used in later stages of biomarker validation, where high accuracy is required for targeted regions.

Similarly, qPCR is used for targeted analysis of gene expression and specific mutations. dPCR, using mutation-specific probes, can further support genotyping and expression studies. Compared to qPCR, dPCR enables absolute quantification rather than relative measurement, offering increased precision.

The choice of technology depends on the specific requirements of your project, as each method offers distinct advantages. Our genomics expert are happy to support you with assay design and validation. Please contact us for a free consultation.

You can view and download demo data analysis reports for:

• Variant Analysis (for whole genome sequencing, exome sequencing, resequencing)
• Microbiome analysis
• Metagenome analysis
• RNA sequencing

NGS

Suitable sample types for resequencing:

• Purified and RNA-free genomic DNA (gDNA)
• Purified DNA from FFPE

Suitable sample types for exome sequencing:

• Purified and RNA-free gDNA
• Purified DNA from FFPE

Suitable sample types for RNA sequencing:

• Isolated total RNA from fresh tissue
• Isolated total RNA from FFPE samples

Suitable sample types for metagenome analysis:

• Clinical research samples of human origin (e.g. swaps, faeces, lavage)
• Upon request: food samples, environmental samples

Suitable sample types for microbiome analysis:

• Purified and RNA-free DNA
• PCR amplicons

Microarrays

Suitable sample types:

• Cell lysates
• Purified and RNA-free DNA

qPCR / dPCR

Suitable sample types:

• Complementary DNA (cDNA) for qPCR
• Purified RNA or DNA for dPCR

Sanger sequencing

All types of sample material with biosafety level S1 and S2 (e.g. genomic DNA, Plasmid DNA, PCR amplicons, tissue, cell cultures, viral samples)

DNA and RNA extraction

We also provide DNA and RNA extraction from FFPE and tissue samples, whole blood, plasma and serum, cell cultures. For detailed information about our extraction capabilities, please contact our genomics expert.

We provide eco-friendly packaging for sample shipment. The packaging is made of 100% recycled paper and certified with “Blue Angel”.

Use our free paper bags or Böxles (sample boxes) for the safe shipment of your samples and primers in tubes and/or plates for Sanger sequencing.

When sending your samples to the Eurofins Genomics lab in Ebersberg, Germany, you could use our padded C5 sized envelopes for safe shipment. The envelopes come with pre-printed delivery address labels.

Alternatively, use conventional shipping kits from UPS and DHL, and envelopes.

We also provide free address labels for the sample shipment in your own sample bags to our labs in Ebersberg and Cologne, Germany.

Use the free sample pick-up via our DropBoxes. Just drop you sequencing samples (and primers) in the DropBox at your facility, and they will be collected free of charge. We have an extensive network with hundreds of DropBoxes across Europe. Find the closest DropBox (including pick-up time) in your Eurofins Genomics account. If there is no DropBox close you, send us a request to install a DropBox.

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