Genomnz™ undertakes DNA profiling for the Alpaca Association of New Zealand (AANZ). All profiles generated are stored on our Alpaca database and can be used for registration purposes or at any time in the future.
Markers recommended by the International Society for Animal Genetics (ISAG) and used as the standard worldwide have been incorporated into the alpaca DNA profile used by Genomnz™
The standard method for collecting alpaca samples is by easiTrace™ samplers. See our sample types page for more information and sampling instructions.
The services offered by Genomnz™ for alpaca include:
DNA Profile
A DNA profile is the basis for all DNA parentage analysis. An animal can be genotyped and the DNA profile stored on the Genomnz™ database for future reference. This is useful for sires and dams, and for registration with Breed Societies. A DNA Profile Certificate using International Society for Animal Genetics (ISAG) adjusted markers is available for alpaca.
Pedigree Verification
Confirms the breeder’s own pedigree records
There is always potential for errors to occur when recording your own pedigrees and DNA testing can detect these. It is particularly important to confirm that the pedigree is correct when using elite animals for ET or AI programmes and when selling or registering an animal. A pedigree certificate is also available if requested.
Sire/Dam Match
Confirms a sire or dam is matched to an offspring
While not as powerful as a full pedigree test, this service can be very useful for breeders who multiple sire mate in order to determine the most active sires and those sires producing the best progeny. This service is also useful in cases of mis-mothering.
DNA Match
Matches up sires and dams to offspring using only mating and calving mob records
DNA-Match significantly reduces the intensive management otherwise required during mating and calving. A sample of the progeny is tested against a number of different parent combinations. To keep the cost down and increase accuracy, using mating and calving records is recommended.
Identity Test
An identity test is used to identify that a DNA sample belongs to a particular animal. The applications for this service include identifying animals that have lost their tag, insurance of valuable animals, forensic testing, product tracing, and resolving identity disputes.
Please see our sample submission page for information about submitting alpaca samples for any of the above services or download our submission form.