DNA Barcoding

Fast and accurate species identification using short DNA sequences. Ideal for biodiversity assessment, specimen identification, and cryptic species detection.

Turnaround Time

7-10 working days

Sample Type

Tissue, leaf, larvae, eggs, DNA

Barcode Length

600-800 bp (COI, rbcL, matK, etc.)

Accuracy

Species-level identification

From Sample to Actionable Insight

Cost-Effective

More affordable than traditional morphological identification methods

Rapid Identification

Identify specimens even from small amounts or degraded samples

Detect Cryptic Species

Identify morphologically similar or undescribed species

Our Process

A streamlined DNA barcoding workflow from sample preparation to accurate species identification.

Sample Preparation

DNA extraction from tissue, leaf, larvae, or other biological material

PCR Amplification

Amplification of standard barcode markers (COI, rbcL, matK, ITS)

Sequencing

High-quality Sanger sequencing of PCR products

Analysis & Reporting

BLAST search, species-level identification, Barcode Generation, phylogenetic and distance metrics analysis

Service Details

Explore our comprehensive DNA barcoding services.

Sample Requirements

Tissue Samples:

Fresh or frozen tissue (50-100 mg), or ethanol-preserved specimens

Plant Material:

Leaf fragments, root tissue, or dried herbarium specimens

Isolated DNA:

Concentration: ≥50 ng/μl, Volume: 20 μl minimum

Specifications

Animals:

COI (Cytochrome c Oxidase I) – 600-800 bp

Plants:

rbcL, matK, ITS, trnh, etc.– 600-800 bp

Fungi:

ITS (Internal Transcribed Spacer) – 600-800 bp

Custom markers available upon request

Deliverables

Species identification with confidence scores

DNA barcode sequence (FASTA format)

Sequence chromatogram

BLAST search results with top matches

Phylogenetic tree (if multiple samples)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you barcode degraded samples?

Yes, we can work with degraded DNA, though success may be lower. Contact us for assessment

What if my species is not in the database?

We can still provide the barcode sequence and phylogenetic placement. Novel species may be identified as such

Do you support IBOL submissions?

Yes, we can help prepare sequences for submission to the International Barcode of Life project

Accuracy for Confident Species Identification

Standardized Protocols

Follow international DNA barcoding standards (IBOL, CBOL)

Expert Analysis

PhD-level taxonomists ensure accurate species identification

Fast Turnaround

Reliable results in 7–10 days with comprehensive analysis

“The DNA barcoding results were highly accurate and provided clear species identification. The detailed report was easy to understand and reliable.”

— Research Scientist, Biodiversity Laboratory

“High-quality RNA oligos with precise sequences and reliable stability. They worked efficiently in our downstream applications.”

— Laboratory Manager, Genomics Centre

“The oligos delivered excellent specificity with minimal background signal. The quality control documentation was clear and complete.”

— Project Lead, Biotechnology Institute

"Our samples produced clean sequences and dependable database matches. The final report made comparison and interpretation straightforward."

— Research Associate, Ecology Department

Ready to Barcode Your Specimens?

Contact our team to discuss your DNA barcoding project and get started with species identification.