Whole-genome amplification

To complement its services, deCODE offers to amplify DNA from samples with limited amounts of DNA by whole genome amplification. This will allow you to rescue samples that you otherwise would need to exclude due to insufficient quantity without having to return to the individual for additional sample.

deCODE uses an optimized high-throughput protocol based on the Phi29 polymerase for amplifying DNA from:

  • Small amounts of extracted genomic DNA
  • Small amounts of blood
  • Buccal samples

deCODE can amplify up to 2000 samples per week. The method has been validated for both microsatellite and SNP genotyping.

DNA Extraction and whole genome amplification

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For more information, please contact genotyping@decode.com.