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Maximize your research potential with precision whole genome sequencing, curation, and interpretation.

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Whole genome coverage

Standard panel testing looks at less than 0.1% of your genome1, leaving lots of room for unanswered questions. Our whole genome sequencing platforms provide an extensive analysis of patient’s genomic makeup, including complex mutations (structural variants, copy number variants, variants in non-coding areas) that are not covered by other panel and exome sequencing tests.

Targeted panel sequencing

< 0.1 %

Genome-wide coverage

  • Limited number of point mutations
  • Limited copy number variations
  • Limited structural variations

Whole exome sequencing

1 – 2 %

Genome-wide coverage

  • Limited number of point mutations
  • Limited copy number variations
  • Limited structural variations
  • Non-coding areas not covered

Whole genome sequencing

> 99 %

Genome-wide coverage

  • More point mutations identified
  • More accurate, genome-wide copy number variations
  • Genome-wide coverage of structural variations
  • Non-coding areas also covered

CLIA certified, CAP accredited

Our San Diego lab is CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited, serving both clinical and research demand. Our CLIA-validated tests are eligible for FDA submission for Phase II & III clinical trials.

Latest sequencing technology

Get access to the latest Illumina and Ultima sequencers for high-throughput data generation (including Novaseq X+, UG100) and somatic and germline whole genome sequencing analysis through our proprietary pipeline.

World-class bioinformatics

Our proprietary, automated bioinformatics pipelines, which were developed with 10,000+ cancer and rare disease WGS cases, interpret the WGS data. 15 expert genomic scientists (MD/PhDs in medical and computer science) curate the insights additionally.

Customized support with expert advisory

Get customized support for what you need. We could provide sequence only, analytics / curation only or full services with either standardized or customized reports. In addition, our experts can offer advisory services upon your requests.

Research services

Our research services are powered by revolutionary technology and backed by a team of first-class clinical and research experts.

Whole genome sequencing
Epigenetics & immune profiling
Whole transcriptome analysis
Single-cell services

Whole genome sequencing

Inocras is specialized in whole genome sequencing data generation and analysis.

  • Whole genome de novo sequencing:
    • Our de novo sequencing accurately characterizes any species without a reference sequence available for alignment.
  • Whole genome re-sequencing:
    • Provide a comprehensive analysis of the genome, including SNVs, insertions & deletions, CNVs, and SVs
    • Discover candidate genes associated with disease and drug response, enabling personalized precision medicine

Sequencing platform: NovaSeq 6000, Illumina

Library prep: Alloseq T9x, CareDx for HLA Typing, SMART-Seq Human TCR/BCR, TAKARA for TCR/BCR

Epigenetics & immune profiling

Get accurate and cost-effective immune profiling performed by experienced scientists and technicians committed to quality outcomes.

  • Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) typing:
    • Accurate and cost-effective HLA typing with our NGS-based approach, performed by experienced scientists and technicians committed to quality outcomes. Trust us to meet your program requirements with fast, reliable results.
  • Chromatin-immunoprecipitation (ChiP) sequencing:
    • Unlock insights into protein-DNA interactions and histone modifications across the genome with our ChiP-Seq services. Benefit from our expertise in ChiP assays, sonication optimization, and bioinformatics, and obtain high-quality data for your research.
  • TCR/BCR bulk sequencing:
    • Our repertoire sequencing services use NGS technology to accurately detect and analyze T and B cell repertoires for both bulk and single-cell analysis. Gain insights into the immune system’s fundamental processes in healthy individuals and uncover mechanisms behind autoimmune diseases, allergies, cancer, and aging.

Whole transcriptome analysis

Accelerate your scientific discoveries with mRNA and total RNA sequencing utilizing NGS technology. We also offer detection of novel transcriptomes, fusion genes, alternative splicing, and mutations.

With our service, you can:

  • Gain precise and sensitive measurement of gene expression levels across transcriptomes
  • Detect changes caused by disease, treatment response, and environmental factors
  • Get a comprehensive view of gene regulation and expression control for research in biomarker development, disease diagnosis, and monitoring

Single-cell services

Achieve the highest-quality data with the NovaSeq 6000 Sequencing System and latest Illumina technologies to analyze your samples at a single-cell level. Services include:

  • Single-cell RNA-sequencing (scRNA-seq):
    • Our scRNA-seq services use NGS technology to analyze gene expression in individual cells, enabling the study of complex cell processes and the identification of cellular heterogeneity and rare cell populations. Unlike bulk RNA sequencing, which provides average values by combining various cells, ScRNA-seq separates a group of cells into single cells for analysis. This approach is particularly valuable for investigating live tissues, which are composed of diverse cell types with unique functions and heterogeneity between subpopulations of cells.
  • Single-nucleus RNA-sequencing (snRNA-seq):
    • Our single cell nucleus RNA sequencing technology overcomes limitations in analyzing sensitive cells that are easily damaged or difficult to separate. By analyzing the transcriptome of a single nucleus, this method eliminates stress and bias that may occur during single-cell separation. Unlike scRNA-seq, which works best with fresh tissue samples, single cell nucleus RNA sequencing allows for analysis of frozen samples and transcription from tissues that are difficult to separate.
  • Single-cell immune profiling (TCRs, BCRs):
    • Our single cell immune profiling services utilize VDJ and VJ gene sequencing to analyze the diversity of clonotypes at the single-cell level, allowing for precise immune profiling of T cell receptors and B cell receptors.
  • Single-cell ATAC-sequencing:
    • Our single cell ATAC sequencing technique uses transposase to assess genome-wide chromatin accessibility by inserting sequencing adapters into open chromatin regions. This approach analyzes the DNA release information in a single nucleus while mapping binding sites of transcription factors and nucleosome locations. By identifying cell-specific binding sites and activity of transcription factors, researchers can gain insights into cell-specific functions when analyzing a single cell.

Test requirements

CancerVision

Specimen

10 FFPE from curls or slides, with an H&E stained slide for reference

Paired normal

10mL peripheral blood, or
previously extracted DNA from a CLIA certified laboratory

Turnaround time

2 weeks from receipt 2 of patient samples at our lab

RareVision

Specimen

Peripheral blood (3-5 mL)

Turnaround time

2 weeks from receipt 2 of patient samples at our lab