DNA Services
Mail to address using standard instructions. The sample is preserved and shipped to Aster Bio for DNA analysis. The raw DNA data from Aster Bio is provided in addition to a report comparing the initial microscopic evaluation exam to the DNA results. Matches (proven and in theory) are discussed as well as any additional value DNA insight provides with microscopy).
Note: We do not recommend DNA analysis without microscopy due to many complex factors in interpretation of DNA results such as variable morphological traits of many genera (for example most genera that may be filamentous may also have morphological characteristics of other forms such as single cell bacteria or tetrads). We do however view DNA as a useful "sidekick" to microscopy in the appropriate circumstances.
For QPCR testing (only testing for a limited amount of items- such as nitrifying bacteria, it is recommended to simply work with Aster Bio directly.