Recessive White Gene (c) in Chickens with feathers sample
$35.00
About this test
In chickens, three mutant alleles have been reported at the C locus, including the albino mutation, and the recessive white mutation, which is characterized by white plumage and pigmented eyes. Our test identifies the structural rearrangement in the tyrosine gene associated with the recessive white mutation.
Our test will bear these three possible outcomes
C/C Homozygous colored chickens
c/C Heterozygous recessive white
c/c Homozygous recessive white
Time: 2-4 days
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Lab Test Specifications & Sample Submission
| Test Fee: | $35.00 |
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| Turnaround Time: | 2–3 business days once sample is received at our laboratory (excludes weekends & holidays) |
| Required Specimen: | Plucked Feather Sample (placed in individual zip-lock bag) |
| Lab Credentials: | USDA APHIS Permit #146154 & USFWS License #A20389 (PCR / Molecular Analysis) |
| Lab Address & Hours: | iQBirdTesting (IQ Genetics LLC) — 4300 SW 73rd Ave, Suite 107, Miami, FL 33155 Lab Hours: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST | Support: (786) 418-1245 |
- Order Online: Complete your order to receive your printable submission form and order ID by email.
- Collect Specimen: Collect the required sample following our Feather Sample Collection Guide and place each sample in an individual zip-lock bag.
- Mail to Our Miami Lab: Mail samples to IQ Genetics LLC, 4300 SW 73rd Ave, Suite 107, Miami, FL 33155.
- Arrival Alert & Results: You receive an automatic email as soon as your sample arrives at the lab (when the turnaround clock begins) and a second email with your PDF certificate once results are ready.