Mold identification
Sequencing of a section of the 26S rDNA gene (D1/D2 region). The sequences obtained are compared in public databases and the similarity values to the closest related species are reported.
Qualitative or quantitative detection?
Qualitative analysis
How is the analysis performed?
Sequence analysis
What are the requirements for the sample to be submitted?
Please specify in the sample accompanying form whether the submitted cultures are to be examined for bacteria, yeasts or molds. The MIS can only be carried out on pure cultures. Please note that vermicon AG can only accept biological material of BIO safety levels I and II.
Pure cultures:
Enrichment broth (10 ml) or agar plate with colonies.
Others:
DNA: High molecular weight, purified DNA.
Mixed cultures/environmental samples:
Isolation and purification of samples can be performed for an additional charge. Please request a quote for this service.
Your advantages
The determination is based on complete sequence analyses and comparison with extensive reference databases. The sequence is not viewed in isolation, but is placed in its evolutionary context. This means that even closely related organisms can be reliably distinguished and safely classified.
Through the targeted use of molecular genetic methods such as rDNA sequencing, even the smallest genetic differences can be reliably detected. This enables clear differentiation between closely related species and provides a reliable basis for further analyses.
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