Osteopetrosis (OS) Test Now Available

 

 

Osteopetrosis (OS) or “marble bone disease” has been identified in Angus cattle dating back to the 1960's. This genetic defect is characterized by an increase in bone density and is known to be linked to a specific mutated gene that only recently can be identified through a DNA test. MMI Genomics (MMIG) is now offering this DNA test that will determine if an animal is a carrier or free of the genetic defect.

 

 

Customers with archived samples will NOT be required to collect an additional sample.   Only a small fee for retrieving the archived samples plus the testing cost will be charged at the time of processing.

 

 

As the authorized provider of DNA-based parentage testing for the Red Angus Association of America for almost 20 years, MMIG has genotyped tens of thousands of cattle for RAAA members.  Moreover, the company has analyzed hundreds of thousands of animals for the cattle industry gaining valuable experience in DNA analysis from parent verification to the identification of genetic defects.  Beyond these significant diagnostic tests, the company has developed several innovative, DNA-based products that improve the efficiency and quality of beef cattle production.

 

Pricing

 

MMIG offers competitive rates with discounts for performing multiple tests on a single sample.

 

 

 

With the largest cattle genotyping facility in the country and high-throughput capacity (up to 30,000 samples/week), MMIG has the ability to respond rapidly and effectively to the current market realities.  Our expected turn-around time is between 14 and 18 business days. 

 

Ordering OS Test Kits :

 

Test kits can be ordered through MMIG :

 

·         To order online ( click here )

·         Download the OS Kit Order Form ( click here ) and fax (quickest) to (530) 297-3020 or mail to MMIG per instructions on the form

·         Call MMIG Cattle Customer Service – (800) 311-8808/ choose option 4

·         OS Test Kt orders are processed within two business days and shipped by standard first-class U.S. post

 

Procedures for Submitting Samples

 

1.   Collect samples from animals to be tested. Click here to review instructions for sample collection.

2.   Complete and Sign the OS Submission and Order Form :

Red Angus Association of America members click here for Sample Submission Form

3.   Make sure you have included signatures and payment information where applicable

4.   Return samples and OS Submission Order Form to:

MMI Genomics

Attn: Cattle Services

1756 Picasso Ave.

Davis , CA  95618

 

***Note: A completed and signed OS Submission and Order Form must accompany each group of samples submitted. 

 

 

For Archived Samples Only:

 

If you have provided samples to MMIG in the past, there is no need to collect additional samples.  Simply follow these easy instructions:

 

1.       Download and complete the OS Submission and Order Form

          Members of the Red Angus Association of American click here for the Sample Submission Form

2.       Make sure you have included signatures and payment information where applicable

3.       Fax completed form to (530) 297-3020

Or Mail completed form to

MMI Genomics

Attn: Cattle Services

1756 Picasso Ave.                  

Davis , CA 95618

 

 

Electronic Submission

We encourage our Red Angus Association of America customers sending more than 10 samples in a single batch to enter the information for each animal in an electronic format ( click here ) and email the spreadsheet to: cattlecs@mmigenomics.com .  Please note that the electronic format is mandatory for submission of 100 or more samples.

 

If sending electronic information, a signed Osteopetrosis Submission Form Cover Page must be included with each order.  If submitting archived samples, the completed form can be faxed to (530) 297-3020 or mailed to MMI Genomics.  For new samples, please include the form with your sample shipment.  

 

 

Turn-Around Time

 

Samples submitted for OS testing are processed by MMI Genomics in weekly batches beginning on Wednesday of each week. Initially, OS samples received at MMI Genomics by Tuesday of any given week will be reported by the end of the second week after.  Please be aware that samples received on a Wednesday or later will not be processed until the following week. With this production schedule, our expected turn-around time is between 14 and 18 business days.

 

For more information, call our customer service line at (800) 311-8808/choose option 4

 

 

 

Osteopetrosis (OS) Test FAQs

 

How do I submit a sample?

·         Download an OS Kit Order Form ( click here )

·         For quickest delivery, fax the OS Kit Order Form to (530) 297-3020 (can also be mailed)

·         Collect sample(s) per instructions provided with the kit. Click here to review sample collection instructions

·         Ship sample to MMIG along with completed and signed OS Submission and Order Form ( See "Procedures for Submitting Samples" above )  Be sure to include signatures and payment information where applicable

 

What type of sample is acceptable? FTA? Semen? Hair?

MMI genomics micro-cards are preferred.  Cards can be ordered from MMIG for $2/card with a minimum order of 5 cards. Click here to download an OS Kit Order Form.

 

If samples cannot be submitted on FTA cards, our lab will process semen or hair for an additional charge of $7.00 per sample. 

 

What is the cost of OS Testing?

Click here for OS test pricing.  Please note that testing archived samples will require an additional charge of $2.00 per sample to offset retrieval costs.

 

Can I do a parentage or AM test on samples I submit for OS testing?

Yes. Additional tests, including parentage and AM, can be ordered on the OS Sample Submission Form. MMI Genomics provides discounted pricing when additional tests are bundled along with OS.

 

Can we use archived samples?

Yes.   If you have provided samples to MMIG in the past, there is no need to collect additional samples.  Click here for instructions.

 

What is the cost to retrieve archived samples?

There will be an additional charge of $2.00 per sample to offset retrieval costs.

 

What is the turn-around time?

Samples submitted for OS testing are processed by MMI Genomics in weekly batches beginning on Wednesday of each week.  Samples received at MMI Genomics by Tuesday of any given week will be reported by the end of the second week after.  Please be aware that samples received on a Wednesday or later will not be processed until the following week.  Results can be expected as soon as 14 business days but no later than 18.

 

Will the results be sent to the Red Angus Association of America?

If you complete and sign the section titled “Results Release Authorization” on the OS Submission and Order Form, your results will automatically be sent to the Red Angus Association of America.