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Mailing Address:

157 Old Bath Road

Wiscasset, Maine 04578

DNA Testing Information

Testing Schedule:
DNA testing is conducted every weekend.

Specimen Submission Deadline:
Specimens must be received by Thursday to be processed that same week.

Specimens may be mailed or dropped off at Pink Lily Poultry.

A one-time farm visit is available within an hour of Augusta, ME for an extra charge and at the convenience of Pink Lily Poultry.

Notification:
Customers will be notified by email when specimens are received.

Payment Policy:
Payment is required before specimens will be processed.

Payment will be accepted via Venmo @k8yeatts or via check. Check submissions may add to processing time.

Pricing:
Tests are priced per sample.

Some tests are only available upon request. Please add extra processing time.

Discounts may be available for multiple samples - it never hurts to ask!

Specimen Validity:
Specimens are valid for 30 days from the date of collection.

Test Results:

Results will be reported via email and will include a photo of the actual results.

Specimen Collection Procedures:

Materials Needed:

Step 1

Get Ready

Pick a clean, well-lit spot to work.
Lay out clean, disinfected tools.

Step 2

Hold the Bird Gently

Hold the bird firmly but gently.
Attach a unique leg band and record the Sample # and identifier for your records.

Step 3

Clean Hands and Tools

Put on gloves.
Wipe the nail clippers on all sides with alcohol to sterilize.

Step 4

Pick a Toe

Choose a small toenail—those are easier and less stressful.
Wipe the toe with alcohol to clean it.

Step 5

Clip the Nail

Clip just a small bit of the nail, below the pink part (called the quick).
A drop of blood should appear.

Step 6

Collect the Blood

Touch the blood drop to the coffee filter or paper.
Make sure to get 1–2 full drops.

Step 7

Stop the Bleeding

Dip the nail in styptic powder or corn starch..
Hold it there for a few seconds to stop the bleeding.
Repeat, ensuring that nail clippers are sterilized between each bird.

Step 8

Let It Dry

Let the blood spots air dry completely..
Do NOT bag samples until dry.

Step 9

Label and Bag Each Sample

Write the Sample # number on each bag.
Put only one sample per bag.

Step 10

Clean Up and Send

Throw away gloves and trash.
Clean the work area and tools with bleach.
Put the dry, individually bagged samples and any needed forms in an envelope.
Mail it to the lab.

Specimen Collection Disclaimer

We make every diligent effort to minimize the risk of cross-contamination throughout the specimen handling and laboratory process. During laboratory analysis, we include negative, positive, and/or gel controls to monitor for contamination and ensure the accuracy of results. However, the greatest risk of contamination occurs during field specimen collection, which is outside of our direct control.

To reduce this risk, please follow these protocols carefully:

Collect samples from one bird at a time.
Use clean, sterilized tools for each collection.
Change gloves between birds.
Seal each dried blood sample in an individually labeled bag.

Please note: We cannot be held liable for contamination that may occur during field collection or as a result of procedures not conducted under our supervision. Ensuring sample integrity during collection is the responsibility of the individual or organization collecting the specimens. No refunds will be given for inconclusive samples.

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