What Is 16S Sequencing?
Next-generation sequencing of the 16s rRNA gene —or just 16S sequencing, is a well-established and low-cost method to determine the microbial composition and diversity of bacteria in a sample. The presence of the 16S rRNA gene in almost all bacteria is very useful for analyses of the human, plant, animal, and environmental microbiome.
What Is ITS Sequencing?
Sequenced-based analysis of the Internal Transcribed Spacer (ITS) DNA sequence is regarded as the standard for taxonomic and diversity analyses of fungi. Given that this region is broadly present in fungi it is commonly used to identify species and perform genetic analyses of microbiomes, from human to environmental samples.
Why Are 16S and ITS Sequencing Important?
Both are inexpensive and effective methods to survey multiple samples at once, allowing fast and comprehensive characterization of the different bacterial and fungal populations within a sample.
What Can You Do?
Clinical Microbiology
Discover pathogenic microorganisms from clinical samples, including invasive bacterial and fungal infections
Microbial Ecology
Study the relationship microorganisms have with humans, plants, animals, and the environment
Freshwater / Wastewater Monitoring
Evaluate water quality, prevent operational problems at drinking water facilities (e.g. corrosion of iron pipes and modification of water properties by microorganisms), and monitor and prevent outbreaks
Food Science
Evaluate the contribution of microorganisms to the quality (e.g. flavor and texture) and safety (e.g. pathogen presence) of food
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Why Our Clients Choose Psomagen
Superior Data Quality
Exceeds manufacturer benchmarks
Fast Turnaround
Starting at one week for sequencing projects
US-Based Processing
Sequencing and customer support in Rockville, MD
Ph.D. Level Support
Expert assistance every step of the way, with real-time project updates through our online system
Automated Workflows
Increase scalability and improve reproducibility
CLIA-Certified, CAP-Accredited Labs
Clinical research options available (inquire for more information)
Complete Sequencing Solutions
From extraction to data analysis, with many sample types accepted
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I chose Psomagen because of the price and US-based labs. We've used Psomagen before and were very satisfied. The people were responsive and helpful and the work done was very good.
Professor
University Research Laboratory
I chose Psomagen because of the price and US-based labs. We've used Psomagen before and were very satisfied. The people were responsive and helpful and the work done was very good.
Professor
University Research Laboratory
I chose Psomagen because of the price and US-based labs. We've used Psomagen before and were very satisfied. The people were responsive and helpful and the work done was very good.
Professor
University Research Laboratory
16S/ITS Sequencing in Action
More Sequencing Possibilities
Choose from our wide range of sequencing options — whole genome to single-cell transcriptomics — to support your project.
