The Biotechnology laboratory at NSW DPI Laboratory Services offers a range of DNA extraction and genotyping services to identify inherited conditions in livestock. Testing is conducted Monday to Friday.
Test | Sample(s) required | Turnaround Time (TAT)1 | Species |
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A2 milk protein 1-199 samples (In 1 submission) | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
A2 milk protein 200+ samples (in 1 submission) | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | Contact Customer Service | Bovine |
alpha-Mannosidosis (Angus, Murray Greys or Galloways2) | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
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Brachygnathia, Cardiomegaly and Renal Hypoplasia Syndrome (Merino Sheep)2 | Ear notch (Allflex TSU) | 10D | Ovine |
Bovine Leucocyte Adhesion Deficiency | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
beta-Mannosidosis (Salers)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
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Claudin 16 (Wagyu )2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Coat Colour Dominant Black Allele2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Coat Colour Recessive Red Allele | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Chediak Higachi Syndrome (Wagyu)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Citrullinaemia | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome (Brahmans)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
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Ovine dermatosparaxis (White Dorper sheep) | Ear notch (Allflex TSU) | 10D | Ovine |
DNA extraction | EDTA, Lith Hep, semen- Contact Customer Service to discuss before submitting. Note: DNA extraction fee is an additional charge on top of the genetic testing cost. | 2D | All species |
DNA Identity analysis2 | Ear notch^, 30-40 tail hairs | 6W | Bovine, Ovine and Caprine |
DNA Parentage analysis2 | Ear notch^, 30-40 tail hairs | 6W | Bovine, Ovine and Caprine |
DNA Phylogenetic analysis2 | N/A- subsequent analysis | 7D | All species |
Deficiency of Uridine Monophosphate Synthase (DUMPS)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Dwarfism in Angus2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
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Factor XI or Factor XIII Deficiency (Wagyu)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Factor XI Deficiency (Holstein Friesians )2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Freemartinism (Male-Specific PCR)3 2 | EDTA blood 3 | 10D | Bovine |
Fish Genotyping (Bass/Estuary Perch)2 | Fin clips from adults, fingerlings | 10D | Aquatic |
H | |||
High Throughput Johne's (HTJ) Disease PCR2 | Please refer to the "Johne's Disease" page | 6W4 | Bovine and Ovine |
Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis (Quarter Horses)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Equine |
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Inherited congenital myoclonus2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
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Lavender Foal Syndrome2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Equine |
M | |||
Milk Protein beta-Lactoglobulin2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Milk Protein kappa-Casein2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Maple Syrup Urine Disease (Poll Herefords or Poll Shorthorns) | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Myophosphorylase Deficiency | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Myostatin Gene C313Y (Double-Muscling) | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Myostatin Gene nt821 del11 (Double-Muscling)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Myotonia Congenita2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Caprine |
N | |||
Niemann Pick Type C (Angus)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
P | |||
Perinatal Weak Calf Syndrome in Wagyu cattle2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Pompes Disease - E7, E132 or E18 mutations (Brahmans or Shorthorns) | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Protoporphyria | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
Pulmonary Hypoplasia with Anasarca in Persian sheep2 | Ear notch (Allflex TSU) | 10D | Ovine |
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Spherocytosis (Wagyu)2 | Ear notch, 30-40 tail hairs | 10D | Bovine |
1 Turnaround times are provided as a guide only (D=working days, W= weeks). For specific information about your submission please contact Customer Service.
2 This test is not NATA accredited.
3 DNA extraction fee applies
4 Express testing available. Please contact Customer Service before samples arrive to discuss your reporting needs and the charges associated.
Blood (with anti-coagulant) |
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Fresh tissue |
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Hair |
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Other |
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Submission Forms |
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Please Note: These documents are not fully web accessible, please contact Customer Service (laboratory.services@dpi.nsw.gov.au) for more information. |
A2 Genotyping |
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NSW Department of Primary Industries is an accredited and registered A2 Gene Tester for the A2 Corporation Ltd. Your name, contact details and information relating to the A2 testing that is to be carried out, will be disclosed to the A2 Corporation Ltd for the purpose of communicating with you and in order to maintain a register of A2 gene tested animals. Information will be stored and managed in accordance with provisions under the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998. The supply of your details is voluntary; however, the Department is unable to process your samples if the information is not provided. You may access or correct your personal information by contacting Customer Service on 1800 675 623 or by emailing laboratory.services@dpi.nsw.gov.au. |
International submissions |
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In addition to the NSW DPI Laboratory Services specimen advice, international submissions must also be accompanied by:
Both accompanying documents should be affixed to the outside of the package. |
Suspect inherited conditions |
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NSW DPI Laboratory Services can investigate suspect inherited genetic conditions upon request. For such investigations you will be required to:
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Customer Service Contact Details |
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Phone: 1800 675 623 Operating Hours 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday (excluding public holidays) 8:30am-12:00pm Saturday (for deliveries only) Postal Address Private Bag 4008, Narellan NSW 2567 |
Courier Services and Specimen Delivery |
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For NSW submissions, please contact the relevant Customer Service team for courier account details and to order consignment notes. For submitters outside of NSW, Couriers can be contacted directly to make bookings and arrange collection of packages at the submitters own cost. Commercial couriers may use either road or air transport and specimens should therefore be packed in accordance with International Air Transport Association (IATA) requirements. Most submission sent by veterinarians to the SVDL for testing are defined as “Biological Substance Category B” and must be packed according to the IATA packing instructions 650 (Biological Substance Category B). As requirements for transport can change, customers should consult with their transport agent to obtain current requirements. Samples may also be hand delivered to the site during normal business hours (8.30am - 4.30pm). To submit samples, please fill in a genetic or veterinary submission form and send to the following address: |
Laboratory | Street Address |
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NSW Animal and Plant Health Laboratories (APHL) | EMAI, Woodbridge Road, Menangle NSW 2568 |