Global Leader in
GMO Identification

Accreditation

Many of Genetic ID methods are accredited to ISO 17025 laboratory standards by UKAS which in turn virtually eliminate false positives and false negatives based on a wide array of safeguards, including the following:

  • Use of statistically valid sample sizes to assure minimum risk of error (pioneered the use of the largest sample sizes in the industry)
  • Use of proprietary Fast IDSM DNA extraction system that eliminates DNA degradation and interference by PCR inhibitors, and maximizes yield
  • Run tests in duplicate from beginning to end to guard against operator or equipment error
  • Reliance on both internal and external standards for accurate quantitative analysis
  • Optimize the PCR process to detect as little as one molecule of genetically modified DNA, and operating to a limit of detection of 0.01%
  • Use of real-time PCR to precisely quantify GMOs over a wide range of concentrations
  • Use of Varietal IDSM methods to specifically identify all commercialized transgenic corn, soy, potato, and canola varieties, including those not approved in Europe and Asia

Shared throughout Genetic ID’s Global Laboratory Alliance, this authoritative proprietary methodology has established a consistent, uniform, world standard of excellence and reliability in scientific GMO and DNA testing around the globe.

Genetic ID was the first laboratory to receive accreditation for GMO quantitative and varietal screening from the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS). The accreditation process involves inspection of Genetic ID’s laboratory facilities and auditing of laboratory quality systems and operational procedures, as well as the qualifications of Genetic ID scientists. UKAS also evaluates an extensive set of validation data for each method accredited. Recognized and accepted throughout Europe and having bilateral and multilateral agreements with countries on five continents, UKAS has accredited Genetic ID to the ISO/IEC Guide 17025 and EN 45001 standards.

Accreditation

Genetic ID has incorporated into its methods independently accredited standard operating procedures and quality control systems, along with controls. Quality control precautions include structured and systematic protocols, controls, and operational checks and redundancy to ensure against analytical or testing errors such as false positives and false negatives.

Analysis employs multiple controls and cross checks. All reference materials, reagents, and analytical instrumentation are traceable back to official reference materials. All instruments are regularly standardized and performance of all analytical personnel is regularly evaluated using internal check samples and international ring trials.

Accredited by UKAS

GMO testing labs vary considerably in quality and reliability. PCR is a powerful technology, but it is only as accurate as its implementation.

UKASTo verify the quality of its services, Genetic ID NA, Inc., is accredited through the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to the ISO/IEC Guide 17025 and EN 45001 standards. UKAS is recognized widely throughout Europe and on five continents. The accreditation process involves inspection of Genetic ID’s laboratory facilities and auditing of laboratory quality systems, standard operating procedures, and the qualifications of Genetic ID scientists. UKAS also scrutinizes an extensive set of validation data for each accredited analytical method. We also participate actively in many national and international ring trials and performance assessment schemes. Official reports demonstrating Genetic ID’s performance in ring trials are provided on request.

Genetic ID was the first lab to be accredited by UKAS for real-time quantitative GMO analysis and for variety-specific GMO analysis (Varietal ID).

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