What is the Best Type of DNA Sample to Submit for Cattle Genomics Testing
May 26, 2023
“TSUs is the best because it producers a higher quality sample and it’s as simple as punching an ear, just like putting an ear tag in their ear.” Curtis Bryant, Neogen® Territory Manager, explains the best type of sample to submit for cattle genomic testing and the ease of the process.
Video Transcript
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TITLE CARD: Frequently asked questions on the process of genetic testing presented by Neogen®.
SUPERIMPOSE: Neogen® logo
TITLE CARD: What is the best type of DNA sample to submit?
[Waist Up shot of Curtis Bryant, Territory Manager]
SUPERIMPOSE: Curtis Bryant, Territory Manager
Curtis Bryant: The best type of DNA sample to submit is a tissue sampling unit that Allflex makes.
Curtis Bryant: There are two other options, a hair card, or a blood card, but tissue sampling units (or TSUs) is the best because it produces a higher quality sample and it’s as simple as punching a hole in their ear and it’s just like putting an ear tag in.
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