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Revolutionising Kinship Testing with Advanced DNA Markers
AttoLife is proud to announce a groundbreaking advancement in our DNA testing capabilities: the introduction of 646 Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) markers from the Rita microarray panel into our kinship testing services. This enhancement will complement our existing court-admissible, accredited Short Tandem Repeat (STR) markers, providing more accurate and conclusive results.
The Rita microarray panel, a validated and peer-reviewed tool for high-throughput SNP genotyping, adds a significant layer of precision to our DNA analysis. SNP markers are highly informative for distinguishing between individuals, particularly in complex family relationships where conventional STR markers alone may not provide definitive answers. By combining 646 kinship-specific SNPs with our established STR markers, we can ensure an even higher degree of accuracy in establishing biological relationships.
Why Is Testing More Dna Markers Important?
Accuracy is paramount in DNA testing. Examining a greater number of DNA markers enhances the precision of genetic comparisons, yielding even more reliable outcomes. This is particularly advantageous in extended family tests, including those involving cousins. Unlike straightforward paternity or maternity tests, such relationships involve DNA that is not directly inherited, making them more challenging to resolve conclusively. By incorporating 646 additional DNA markers into our testing process, AttoLife provides an unparalleled level of accuracy, ensuring that our findings are scientifically rigorous and robust.
Why Are Snps a Game-Changer in Kinship Testing?
SNPs are the most common type of variation in the human genome, and their use has proven invaluable in providing high-resolution data. The Rita panel, developed using cutting-edge Illumina Infinium HTS technology, enables the analysis of 646 SNPs specifically tailored for kinship applications. This allows AttoLife to offer unmatched sensitivity and accuracy, ensuring reliable results that meet the high standards expected in kinship testing.
The Future of Kinship Testing
The addition of SNP testing is part of AttoLife's ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in genetic relationship analysis. Unlike traditional methods that rely solely on STR markers, which can be inconclusive in certain situations, the dual approach of STRs and SNPs provides comprehensive genetic insights. This dual-layer analysis is particularly useful for distinguishing complex relationships, such as those involving cousins or more distant relatives, with a higher degree of certainty.
Setting a New Standard in Kinship Testing
Our enhanced kinship testing service not only ensures that results are scientifically robust and legally defensible but also affirms our role as industry leaders in providing accessible and accurate genetic information. With the introduction of these SNP markers, AttoLife is setting a new benchmark in relationship testing, offering our clients the most powerful tools available to resolve questions of familial ties.
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AttoLife's enhanced kinship testing services are now available. If you require accurate DNA testing for family law, immigration, or other purposes, contact us today to learn more about how our expanded capabilities can support your needs. Together, let's ensure that every answer is backed by the highest standards of scientific integrity.
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