The department provides the following services:

  • Advanced Genetic Analysis: Linkage disequilibrium (LD), microarray, and mitochondrial gene enrichment analysis. 
  • Custom Primer Design: Customized primer design for specialized genetic studies. 
  • Whole Genome Sequencing and Analysis: High-throughput sequencing and bioinformatic analyses for genetic research. 
  • Bioinformatics Solutions: Data-driven solutions for genetic and molecular studies. 
  • Nucleic Acid Isolation: Isolation of circulating free DNA (cfDNA) and fragmented DNA (fDNA). 
  • Genotyping: TaqMan, KASP-PCR, and sequencing-based SNP genotyping. 
  • Microbial identification and characterization: Molecular identification of bacteria (16S rRNA PCR & sequencing, identification of virulence/resistance genes) and fungi (18S rRNA/ITS PCR & sequencing, identification), plus microbial DNA fingerprinting. 
  • Rapid Infectious Disease Diagnostics: Detection of targets such as SARS-CoV-2, Helicobacter pylori, and others. Notably, the department aims to commercialize in-house developed diagnostic kits for H. pylori and SARS-CoV-2.
  • Gene Panel Development: Creation of targeted gene panels for genetic disorders. The department focuses on commercializing its in-house developed thrombophilia gene panel (targeting five genes).

To request the service, please fill in the visitor researcher's form and email it to the Institute: irmc@iau.edu.sa