NGS Microbial Identification & Traceability Services
Go beyond detection, to ultimate insight, with our powerful DNA sequencing services
Achieve Species-Level Clarity for Enhanced Food Safety
Unlock the full power of Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) to accurately identify and track microorganisms in your products and production environment.
TAAG Europe’s advanced NGS services go beyond standard methods, delivering the precise, species-level data you need to solve contamination issues, ensure product quality, and protect your brand.
While our primary expertise is in food safety, these powerful services are also applicable to other industries like pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, etc. where microbial purity is critical.
Our Key Differentiator: Guaranteed Species-Level Detection
Unlike standard NGS services that often stop at the genus level, we sequence the 16S rRNA gene (for bacteria) or ITS region (for fungi/yeast) PLUS strategic housekeeping genes.
This multi-gene approach provides the high-resolution taxonomic classification necessary for definitive species-level identification.
Our Comprehensive NGS Services
We offer tailored solutions to meet your specific microbial identification needs.
1. Bacterial Identification (TAAG FSQ12 Bacterial ID)
- Target: 16S rRNA gene + strategic housekeeping genes.
- Benefit: Precise identification of bacterial species from your product or environmental samples.
2. Fungal & Yeast Identification (TAAG FSQ13 Fungal ID)
- Target: ITS rRNA gene + strategic housekeeping genes.
- Benefit: Precise identification of fungi and yeasts species, crucial for spoilage investigation.
3. Pathogen Traceability & Clonality
For targeted pathogen monitoring, we offer high-resolution strain typing:
- Listeria monocytogenes Traceability (TAAG FSQ14): Identification and serotypification using the 7 most relevant loci.
- Salmonella Traceability (TAAG FSQ15): Identification and serotypification using the 7 most relevant loci.
How Our NGS Service Integrates Into Your Workflow
Our service is designed for seamless integration, turning complex data into actionable insights.
1. Database Creation: Build a custom DNA database from environmental isolates taken from key points in your facility.
2. Microorganism Detection: Detect microbial DNA in your finished products using real-time PCR.
3. Contamination Tracking: If a contaminant is found, submit the sample for NGS and compare the DNA profile against your database to pinpoint the source.
Key Applications for Your Business
- Root Cause Analysis: Identify the exact source of contamination events.
- Contamination Differentiation: Distinguish between true product contamination and laboratory cross-contamination.
- Persistence Monitoring: Track and assess whether a specific strain is persistently colonizing your facility.
- Historical Comparison: Quickly determine if you have encountered a specific strain in previous events.
Why Choose TAAG Europe for NGS?
- Guaranteed Species-Level Resolution: Our unique multi-gene sequencing approach sets us apart.
- Complete Bioinformatic Analysis Included: Our experts handle the complex data analysis, providing you with easy-to-interpret, actionable reports.
- Fast turnaround time: your results are guaranteed within 10 working days max.
- Rush Service Available: Facing an urgent contamination issue? We offer expedited service to get you answers when you need them most.
- Seamless Integration: Our NGS service complements your existing TAAG detection kits for an end-to-end solution.