{"product_id":"dna-testing-blue-egg-gene","title":"DNA Testing – Blue Egg Gene","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDNA Testing – Blue Egg Gene\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to know whether your chicken carries the \u003cstrong\u003eblue egg gene\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our DNA testing service provides genetic information to help you make more informed breeding decisions and better understand your flock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat This Test Tells You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test identifies the presence or absence of the \u003cstrong\u003eblue egg gene\u003c\/strong\u003e in the submitted bird. Results come in the form of no copies, heterozygous and homozygous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo copies = no copies of the blue egg gene - this bird will not give you a blue egg or pass the blue egg gene onto its offspring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeterozygous - this bird carries 1 copy of the blue egg gene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomozygous - this bird carries 2 copies of the blue egg gene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDNA testing can be especially useful for breeding programs where you want to determine whether a bird carries the gene even when its appearance or egg color does not give you a definitive answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 test = 1 bird tested.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecies We Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is available for \u003cstrong\u003echickens (Gallus gallus domesticus)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease submit \u003cstrong\u003eone blood sample per test purchased\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions for DNA Sexing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaterials Needed\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Sharp, sterilized nail clippers\u003cbr\u003e2) Antiseptic or disinfectant (e.g., alcohol wipes)\u003cbr\u003e3) Sterile gauze or cotton balls\u003cbr\u003e4) Styptic powder or cornstarch (to stop bleeding if needed)\u003cbr\u003e5) Gloves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**For sample collection, you may use paper, coffee filters, Q-tips or cotton swabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePreparation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1) Wash your hands thoroughly and wear gloves to prevent cross contamination\u003cbr\u003e2) Gently restrain the chick, holding its foot securely without squeezing too hard.\u003cbr\u003e3) Select a toenail—typically a clear or light-colored nail helps for visibility.\u003cbr\u003eClipping \u0026amp; Blood Collection\u003cbr\u003e1) Sterilize the nail clippers using an alcohol wipe or disinfectant. Repeat this\u003cbr\u003ebetween each chick to prevent cross contamination.\u003cbr\u003e2) Clip the tip of the toenail carefully—cut only enough to begin light bleeding of the\u003cbr\u003equick, avoiding cutting too deep to prevent excessive bleeding.\u003cbr\u003e3) Allow a small droplet of blood to form at the nail tip.\u003cbr\u003e4) Quickly transfer the blood to your collection form of choice—lightly press the chick’s toenail against the collection material, ensuring a clean drop sample.\u003cbr\u003e5) If bleeding continues, apply styptic powder or cornstarch to stop it.\u003cbr\u003e6) Clean the toenail area with antiseptic to prevent infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips and tricks for a high quality sample:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Dry the Samples – Lay freshly collected samples flat in a ventilated area for at least 2-4 hours, ensuring no direct heat or sunlight.\u003cbr\u003e-Label Clearly – Use a fine-tip permanent marker to add chick ID, date, and any\u003cbr\u003enecessary details without touching the blood spots.\u003cbr\u003e-Store Safely – Place each fully dried sample in a separate Ziploc bag, remove excess\u003cbr\u003eair, and keep in a cool, dry place for safekeeping.\u003cbr\u003e-Once dry, pack up into an envelope and mail standard USPS. 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