Genetics laboratory

Infrastructures
Research areas
  • Life & Medical Sciences
Contact

946 430 850

(+34) 946 430 850 (International calls)

Available for external users?
Yes
Description

TECNALIA’s Genetics Laboratory is a highly specialised facility focused on functional genomics, diagnostic genetics, and applied molecular biology. It operates under ENAC accreditation in accordance with the UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard and holds healthcare authorisation from the Basque Government.

Its activities range from genetic carrier screening and preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to advanced next-generation sequencing (NGS), microarray analysis, and forensic DNA testing.

The laboratory is designed with separate areas to prevent cross-contamination, including dedicated rooms for PCR and RNA handling.

Its services cater to a wide range of sectors, including assisted reproduction, forensic genetics, pharmacogenetics, and quality control of consumables used in the food and healthcare industries.

Equipment

  • Illumina MiSeq Sequencer: QS7 Real-Time PCR System
  • NanoDrop 2000c
  • 2720 Thermal cycler
  • Verity
  • Digi Genius gel documentation system
  • Power Pac Basic Power Supply electrophoresis system
  • Applied Biosystems 3130XL Genetic analyser
  • Biocap DNA/RNA biosafety cabinet
  • Agilent 2100 Bioanalyser
  • ABI 7300 Real-time thermal cycler
  • 6100 Nucleic Acid Prep Station nucleic acid extractor
  • Eppendorf vacuum concentrator 5301
  • GenePix 4100ª microarray scanner
  • CHEMI-DOC XRS+ (BIO RAD) image analysis system
  • PROTEAN IEF SYSTEM (BIO RAD) first-dimension separation system
  • FC500 MPL WITH UPS (BECKMAN COULTER) cytometer
  • SYNERGY HT (BIOTEK) microplate reader
Services
  • Genetic carrier screening for hereditary diseases
  • Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT-A, PGT-M)
  • Next-generation sequencing (NGS) and microarray analysis
  • Forensic genetic analysis and human identification (DNA)
  • Verification of the absence of DNase, RNase, and DNA contamination in materials and consumables
  • Customised gene expression and mutation assays
  • Development of tailored molecular methodologies for companies and clinical centres
  • Services for clinical trials, pharmacogenetic studies, and diagnostic validation
Location

TECNALIA

Alava Science and Technology Park, Leonardo Da Vinci, 11, E-01510, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava)

Other info
In Vitro Diagnostics and Microfluidics:
- Genetics and Omics Technologies
- Healthcare Technologies

Application sectors

  • Quality control in the food industry and bioproducts
  • Manufacturers of laboratory consumables and plastics
  • Clinical genetics and personalised medicine
  • Forensic genetics and public safety
  • Pharmaceutical industry (companion diagnostics and pharmacogenetics)
  • Biomedical research and universities
  • Assisted reproduction (IVF and preimplantation genetic testing)
  • Healthcare and medical devices

Industrial plan

  • HAZI · Healthcare and Biosanitary Sector