BioServe joined the partner program after validating the use of DNA Genotek's Oragene DNA saliva collection kits in BioServe's DNA extraction and genotyping service.
When it comes to most things, making an educated guess about the future remains precarious at best. But, those trying to peer into a crystal ball for the 140-company Ottawa biotech sector may as well forget it.
The seventh annual Regional Innovation Forum Roundtable took place at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Ottawa. This year, the Roundtable focused on building emerging technology clusters for economic growth.
"The collection protocol is very convenient, the extraction is very quick and simple, and the yield is great. Our downstream applications include PCR, restriction enzyme digestion and sequencing. We have collected numerous family members who were not willing to go for a blood draw, as well as children, elderly patients and overseas relatives. The ease of shipping and self-collection are remarkable. Our lab is very impressed with this timely product."
Ruth McPherson, MD, PhD
Nihan Kavaslar, PhD
Lipoproteins and Atherosclerosis Research Group
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
