Genetic laboratory

Genetic lab for DNA analysis of animals

The main activity of the laboratory of genetics is DNA analysis of animals.

The aim of the work of the laboratory is to provide all customers with objective and independent testing samples and protect information, one of the primary objectives is to ensure precision testing according to international standards using appropriate and modern methods in the tests.
Our long experience guarantee your satisfaction. We are here for you since 1993.

Tests are carried out in accordance with the requirements of EN ISO / IEC 17025: 2017

To increase our expertise we have since 1995 a member of ISAG (International Society of Animal Genetics), where as active members participate in comparative tests that are placed in the group of the world’s best laboratories.

Laboratory  have since 2010 on the basis of demonstrated results of accreditation for testing parenthood international organization ICAR (International Committee for Animal Recording).

Laboratory of Genetics Nitra is part of the Breeding Services s.e. and organizationally falls under the Targeted breeding facility Nitra.

Genetic lab for DNA analysis of animals

DNA test for cattle

  • Identification of individual DNA test
  • Verification of origin by comparing the child to both parents and issue certificates of origin
  • International certificate containing the complete DNA profile of an animal

Form for the origin verification in cattle

BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET € 35.50 without VAT.

We are here for volume discounts and long-term cooperation, please contact us.
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Material for DNA:

  • blood
  • hair
  • semen
  • milk
  • tissue

Sampling for DNA test

Since 1995, the laboratory is a member of ISAG (International Society of Animal Genetics), where as an active member participating in the comparative tests. In a comparison test in cattle achieve 100% success rate.

In DNA test in cattle in our lab tests ISAG-om prescribed set of microsatellites.

DNA test for horses

  • Identification of individual DNA test
  • Verification of origin by comparing the child to both parents and issue certificates of origin
  • International certificate containing the complete DNA profile of an animal

Form for the origin verification in horses

BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET € 36,67 without VAT.

We are here for volume discounts and long-term cooperation, please contact us.
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Material for DNA:

  • blood
  • mane
  • semen
  • tissue

Sampling for DNA test

Since 1995, the laboratory is a member of ISAG (International Society of Animal Genetics), where as an active member participating in the comparative tests. In a comparison test in horses achieve 100% success rate.

In DNA test in horses in our lab tests ISAG-om prescribed set of microsatellites.

DNA test for sheep

  • Identification of individual DNA test
  • Verification of origin by comparing the child to both parents and issue certificates of origin

Form for the origin verification in sheep

BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET € 18,50 without VAT.

We are here for volume discounts and long-term cooperation, please contact us.
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Material for DNA:

  • blood
  • fleece
  • semen
  • milk
  • tkanivo

Sampling for DNA test

Since 1995, the laboratory is a member of ISAG (International Society of Animal Genetics).

In DNA test in sheeps in our lab tests ISAG-om prescribed set of microsatellites.

DNA test for pigs

  • Identification of individual DNA test
  • Verification of origin by comparing the child to both parents and issue certificates of origin
  • International certificate containing the complete DNA profile of an animal
  • Testing of candidate genes for the performance of pigs:
    stress sensitivity (RYR), intramuscular fat (H-FABP), fat (IGF2)

Form for the origin verification in pigs

BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET € 35 without VAT.

Price for RYR € 15.93 without VAT.

We are here for volume discounts and long-term cooperation, please contact us.
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Material for DNA:

  • blood
  • bristles
  • semen
  • tissue

Sampling for DNA test

Since 1995, the laboratory is a member of ISAG (International Society of Animal Genetics).

In DNA test in pigs in our lab tests ISAG-om prescribed set of microsatellites.

DNA test for dogs

  • Identification of individual DNA test
  • Verification of origin by comparing the child to both parents and issue certificates of origin
  • International certificate containing the complete DNA profile of an animal

Form for the origin verification in dogs

BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET € 33,00 without VAT.

We are here for volume discounts and long-term cooperation, please contact us.
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Material for DNA:

  • blood
  • hair

Sampling for DNA test

In DNA test in dogs in our lab tests ISAG-om prescribed set of microsatellites.

DNA test for ratites and birds

  • DNA sex determination test

Form for the sex verification in ostriches
Form for the sex verification in emu
Form for the sex verification in birds

Material for DNA:

  • blood
  • feathers

Sampling for DNA test

Many years of experience in our laboratory sexing birds DNA tests provide fast and 100% results.

Our aim is primarily to ensure the satisfaction of the farmer.

Verification of sex in birds is not accredited by the Slovak National Accreditation Service.

DNA test for pigeons

  • Identification of the individual by the DNA test
  • Verification of the origin of the offspring by comparison with the parents and the issue of the certificate of origin
  • A foreign certificate containing the entire DNA profile of the animal
  • Determining gender
  • Determination of the LDHA, DRD4a, DRD4b gene

Form for pigeons DNA test

Lactate dehydrogenase A (LDHA) is an enzyme found in the muscle of birds and plays an important role in energy metabolism. It is responsible for the conversion of pyruvate (an energy storage source) to lactate, which occurs during high physical stress on the muscles and oxygen deprivation. Thus, LDHA affects muscle performance, aerobic capacity and muscle recovery. The LDHA gene exists in three possible genotypes: AA, AB and BB. Initial scientific studies indicate a statistically significant effect of the AA genotype on performance in flights up to 400km. Differences in performance have also been found between homing pigeons with AB and BB genotypes, with better sporting performance being achieved by pigeons with the AB genotype (up to 400km, also over 500km).
The gene encoding the dopamine receptor DRD4 regulates neurological processes and influences human character traits such as restlessness, the urge to explore and creativity. In the case of pigeons, its influence on the relationship between the pigeon’s character traits and its sporting performance, particularly speed and range at intermediate distances, is being considered. Two point mutations of this gene are being investigated: DRD4-a and DRD4-b. Initial studies show a positive effect of the TT genotype of DRD4-a on flights over 500km and a positive effect of the CT genotype of DRD4-b on flights up to 400km. As both mutations affect each other, a combined genotype needs to be determined, with the best results being achieved by pigeons with the CTCT genotype and the worst by those with the CCCC genotype.

Material for DNA:

  • blood
  • feathers

Sampling for DNA test
Best price for the DNA test at the market 25 eur without VAT Sex determination 12,50 eur without VAT Determination of LDHA gene 12,50 eur without VAT
Many years of experience in our laboratory sexing birds DNA tests provide fast and 100% results.

Our aim is primarily to ensure the satisfaction of the farmer.
In DNA testing of pigeons 12 microsatellite is tested in our laboratory.

Other activities

  • CITES storage of DNA

Form for the origin verification in animals

  • Identification of an individual, raptors and deers

These activities are not accredited by the Slovak National Accreditation Service.

Certificates of quality

Contact

Ing. Lenka Mlyneková, PhD.

head of Special Breeding Facility and Education Center Nitra – Lužianky
ÚPZ Nitra
address Hlohovecká 5, 951 41
city Lužianky
tel./extesion 037 – 7783 090
mobil 0905 700 951
email lenkamlynekova@pssr.sk