Next-Generation Sequencing Services

Survey water and wastewater for SARS-CoV-2 variants, Influenza A (Flu A), and microbial communities with our next-generation sequencing (NGS) services

*Interested in doing the testing yourself? We have complete NGS kits for you – contact us!

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Assess Microbial Populations

Sequence 16S ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes to survey microbial communities in virtually any microbiome sample
Identification of Bacteria and Archaea from wastewater, environmental waters, gut, etc.
Full-length16S gene metagenomics analysis in an easy-to-read report, detailing species level results and biological functions.
Report includes results from both DNA (gene) and transcribed RNA extracted from the sample to provide the highest level of insight into your microbial community.

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Assess SARS-CoV-2 Variant Populations

Sequence the whole SARS-CoV-2 genome to pinpoint COVID-19
variants for water and wastewater surveillance
Detect known variants and discover emerging variant threats
Monitor mutations that may affect transmissibility, virulence, or immune escape
Inform PCR, vaccine and therapeutic development

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Next-generation sequencing from GT Molecular

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Microbial Community Analysis

Respiratory Panel Analysis

SARS-CoV-2 Variant Analysis

Flu A Sequencing Services for Wastewater

Key Benefits

Universal

Generate data from all bacteria or SARS-CoV-2 variants in a sample using universal primers

Sensitive

Determine species-level identities for all sequenced bacteria and variant identities for COVID-19 virus

Culture-Free

Sequence all bacterial 16S ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes in wastewater or water without culturing the sample

Surveillance

Relative quantification of different types of bacteria or SARS-CoV-2 present in your water or wastewater sample

How It Works

Collect

You collect and ship the wastewater sample using the kit and overnight shipping label provided by GTM

Ship

GTM receives the sample and performs all preparation, testing, and analysis of your wastewater sample

Report

GTM compiles all sample information into a single report within 10 business days after sample receipt

Most Requested Testing Services

Respiratory Panel Sequencing Service Add-on for Wastewater

This testing service covers Respiratory NGS testing that includes sequencing preparation, data analysis, and consolidated report. This test allows for the identification of novel variants and assess the relative abundance of respiratory pathogen subtypes of Influenza A, Influenza B, SARS-CoV-2, and RSV.

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SARS-CoV-2 Sequencing Service for Wastewater

(Cat# 200255) Full service NGS includes wastewater sample collection kit, shipping, processing, sequencing, and report generation.

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Flu A Sequencing Service Add-on for Wastewater

(Cat# 200269) This testing service covers Influenza A NGS testing that includes sequencing preparation, NGS H1 H3 Flu A Sequencing for segments H and N, data analysis, and consolidated report. This add-on testing can be applied to any sample received by our laboratory that has already been quantified using our digital PCR (dPCR) testing service for the […]

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16S Sequencing of Wastewater for Microbial Community Analysis

(Cat# 200258) Full 16S NGS testing service for microbial community analysis with sample processing, sequencing, and report generation. Collection kit and Priority Overnight return shipping also included. Identification of Bacteria, Archaea, & Fungi from any Microbiome Sample – wastewater, environmental waters, gut, etc. Full 16S microbiome / metagenomics analysis and detailed species-level report Contact us […]

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FAQs

How long do next-generation sequencing (NGS) services take?

On average, customers receive sequencing results 10 business days after sample receipt. You will receive an email when your results are available.

What is your target for SARS-CoV-2 variant sequencing?

We target the entire SARS-CoV-2 genome. By utilizing the latest version of ARTIC primers available, we are able to capture new variants as they arise.

How does 16S metagenomic sequencing work?

16S metagenomic sequencing targets the bacterial 16S ribosomal RNA (rRNA) gene. By sequencing the whole 1500-base gene, we capture all of the highly variable regions present, allowing us to accurately detect the relative abundance of every bacteria present at the time of sampling.

Do you report SARS-CoV-2 variant information to the CDC?

Our sequencing results are compatible with the NWSS DECIPHER database, and we are happy to assist customers if they want to submit their results.