At Koko Genetics we have designed our DNA test for pets based exclusively on the analysis of saliva samples for two fundamental reasons: its extremely high laboratory reliability and the total comfort it represents for your furry friend.
Although genetic analysis has traditionally been associated with blood extractions, saliva is an exceptional biological vehicle that offers us unbeatable advantages:
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High scientific efficiency (Genotyping): The saliva of dogs and cats contains a high concentration of cells of different origin (mainly cells from the desquamation of the oral mucosa and white blood cells). This allows us to extract an excellent and very pure amount of genetic material, guaranteeing precise genotyping and results of maximum reliability.
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100% stress-free process (Non-invasive): Unlike needle blood draws, rubbing a swab inside your mouth is a completely non-invasive and painless method. It will not cause any damage, discomfort or trauma to your animal.
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Total comfort from home: As it is such a simple, fast and safe process, you can collect the sample yourself from the comfort of your home. You do not need to have special clinical knowledge, nor buy additional instruments, nor subject your pet to the usual nervousness involved in transferring to a veterinary clinic for this purpose.
In short, the saliva sample allows us to offer you an analysis with the greatest scientific rigor on the market, while ensuring the maximum physical and emotional well-being of your best friend.