Welcome to generatio - Center for Animal Genetics
Generatio is your partner for cutting-edge animal genetics with many years of experience in science, veterinary medicine, information technology and laboratory analytics. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of genetic tests for animal breeding and animal health, including disease, trait and parentage analysis, with the highest quality standards. Using the results of these tests, you can improve your breeding success, or treat symptomatic animals in a targeted manner.
We also offer customized solutions for breeding organizations with DNA programmes.
The health of your animals is our top priority. Whether you are an animal owner, veterinarian, breeder, or breeding organization, you can benefit from the results of genetic testing.
Our strengths
- Over 20 years experience in animal genetics with our in-house laboratories. Our talented technicians and biologists include those with doctorates in genetics and veterinary medicine.
- Highest quality standards: Disease and trait testing and parentage analysis are run under the highest quality standards. Quality control and management is ensured through internal QC testing as well as by regular participation in ISAG comparison tests.
- Exclusive European patent for the PSSM2 test – PSSM2 is the umbrella term for a group of related muscle diseases with similar clinical symptoms. These often include reluctance to move, muscle stiffness, periodic lameness, and possible exercise intolerance. Test your horse for PSSM2 exclusively at generatio, the European patent holder, and finally address your animal’s symptoms.
Genetic Tests
Sample material & archived DNA
Results & Authentication
Expertise & Help Center
Generatio - Center for Animal Genetics
For animal owners
Generatio’s services and targeted testing panels allow animal owners to focus on the health of their animals without needing expert knowledge.
For breeders
Breeders benefit from tailored test packages or single gene tests. Tests from archived samples can be ordered at any time through the Animal Trust Center.
For organizations
Breeding organizations profit from DNA programmes and the know-how developed from 20 years of cooperation with the largest breeding clubs.
For veterinarians
Veterinarians can order test packages or single gene tests for their customers, providing clarity to confirm diagnoses and genetic predispositions.
Generatio – Genetic data for animal health and breeding
News
12.09.2022
generatio launches research study on PSSM2
generatio is performing research to better understand the relationship between symptoms and environmental factors involved with the multifactorial genetic disorder PSSM2 (equine myopathy). Owners of all horses that have been tested for PSSM2 by generatio, EquiSeq, or through the IAFH are invited to compete the scientific survey for each tested horse.
29.08.2022
Visit us at the HKM Bundeschampionat
Meet us at the HKM Bundeschampionat in Warendorf! From Wednesday, August 31 to Sunday, September 4, you can meet our team at the Bundeschampionat in Warendorf and learn more about our animal genetics and horse diagnostics!
10.03.2022
Reduced price for PSSM2 test as of April 1, 2022
Generatio has established a generous subsidy as part of an IAFH research project on PSSM2. The requirement for the discounted test is consent to use the PSSM2 findings in scientific research. Requests for the IAFH testing must be submitted directly to the respective IAFH breeding association, through which billing will also be done.
At the same time, we are pleased to announce that we will reduce the price of the PSSM2 6-variant panel test at generatio to 200 € (excl. VAT) as of April 1, 2022.