Genotyping Services: SNP Genotyping, GBTS and DNA Extraction

3CR Bioscience provides genotyping services and laboratory solutions to European customers in collaboration with MolBreeding Biotech and HC Scientific. Send your samples to the laboratory in Harlow, UK, and receive finished genotype data through a secure online portal: DNA extraction, PACE endpoint SNP genotyping and Genotyping by Target Sequencing, booked individually or combined.

What 3CR Bioscience's Genotyping Services Cover

Genotyping services outsource the full laboratory workflow: sample preparation, DNA extraction, marker analysis and data delivery. 3CR Bioscience runs three services that can be combined freely. The service exists for laboratories that need genotype data without building the instrumentation, chemistry and analysis expertise in house. Plant breeders, livestock and aquaculture breeding programmes, seed companies and academic genomics groups use it to move from sample to decision-ready marker data.

CLICK THROUGH THE PROCESS AND LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW LAB SERVICES AT 3CR BIO WORK

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LAB SERVICES AT 3CR BIO

Let us guide you through our streamlined process which ensures a hassle-free experience from sample submission to data retrieval. Precision, traceability, and efficiency is built into every step. Choose from:

  • DNA Extraction only
  • DNA Extraction and PACE® Endpoint Genotyping
  • DNA Extraction and Genotyping by Target Sequencing
  • PACE Endpoint Genotyping Only
  • Genotyping by Target Sequencing only

QUICK QUOTE

Get started with a fast and easy quote for your project. Simply provide a few project details, and our team will generate a tailored quote within 24 hours so you can make an informed decision.

ACCESS ONLINE PORTAL AND REGISTER NEW ACCOUNT

Create an account on our secure online portal. Registration is quick and straightforward, giving you instant access to our suite of services. Submit a new project request, track existing projects and review completed assignments from your secure account.

COMPLETE SAMPLE SUBMISSION INFORMATION

Fill out sample submission details with ease. Our user-friendly interface makes it simple to provide the required information to get your project started.

SHIP SAMPLE TO 3CR WITH SUBMISSION FORM

Package and send your samples to our lab, along with the provided submission form. Your samples’ journey to our facility and precision analysis begins here.

SAMPLES ARRIVE AT 3CR BIOSCIENCE

Once your samples arrive at our state-of-the-art facility, they are meticulously logged into our system and you receive receipt confirmation.

SAMPLES PROCESSED

Our experienced team processes your samples for the selected services with expert care, ensuring accurate, reliable results. Choose from:

  • DNA Extraction only
  • DNA Extraction and PACE Endpoint Genotyping
  • DNA Extraction and Genotyping by Target Sequencing
  • PACE Endpoint Genotyping Only
  • Genotyping by Target Sequencing only

EMAIL NOTIFICATION WHEN RESULTS ARE READY

Stay informed throughout your project and receive an email notification as soon as your results are available, ready for you to review.

LOGIN TO PORTAL TO REVIEW AND DOWNLOAD DATA FILES

Log in to your portal account to access and review your results. Download data files easily for further analysis. 

Our Lab Service Range

A comprehensive suite of services using the latest instrumentation and technology, run by the expert teams that developed them. Operating from 3CR Bioscience in Harlow, UK, we have the expertise and technology to advance your research at highly competitive rates for European customers.

Extraction lab services

DNA
Extraction

Efficient, high-quality nucleic acid extraction service and quality testing. Send us your samples, we’ll do the rest.
Endpoint PCR Genotyping

ENDPOINT PCR

GENOTYPING

Fluorescent endpoint PCR genotyping with 3CR Bio’s patented PACE® genotyping chemistry. With our many decades of experience, let us generate your genotyping data for you.
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GENOTYPING BY TARGET
SEQUENCING (GBTS)

Access MolBreeding’s proprietary Genotyping by Target Sequencing (GBTS) technology and experienced service provision.

DNA Extraction Services

The DNA extraction service delivers purified, genotyping-ready nucleic acid from plant tissue, animal tissue and blood samples.

Our meticulous extraction process ensures the highest purity and yield, providing the perfect starting material for your genomic experiments.

The workflow uses conventional magnetic bead extraction reagents with a rapid extraction method, and automated extraction workflows ensure pure DNA ready for downstream analysis.

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PACE Endpoint SNP Genotyping Services

Endpoint PCR genotyping is part of 3CR Bioscience’s broader genotyping services portfolio, enabling precise characterisation of genetic variants using the patented PACE® (PCR Allele Competitive Extension) genotyping chemistry.

Whether you need to analyse a handful of markers or an extensive panel, our team is equipped to handle it with accuracy and speed. DNA extraction can be included, or you can send extracted DNA ready to genotype. Allele-specific chemistry makes this the cost-efficient route when the markers of interest are already known and the sample count is high.

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Genotyping by Target Sequencing (GBTS) Services

Genotyping by Target Sequencing (GBTS) targets specific genome regions, reducing sequencing workload while providing high-density genotype profiles for large sample sets. It is the right choice when thousands of markers are needed per sample, or when the marker set is not yet fixed.

This next-generation sequencing-based approach complements PCR genotyping services, offering flexible and scalable SNP genotyping services for research and breeding applications.

Our partners MolBreeding Biotech are pioneers in high-throughput GBTS services, offering standardised sample collection, library construction, QC automation, and a unique cloud data analysis platform.

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Why Researchers Choose 3CR Bioscience's Genotyping Services

Here’s why researchers and breeders choose us:

Tailored
Solutions

We understand that every research project is unique. That’s why we offer tailored solutions to meet your specific requirements. Discuss your project with us, and we’ll design a customised plan.

Expertise

Our team of experienced scientists and technicians are dedicated to delivering results that exceed your expectations. The team that runs the service also developed the PACE and ProbeSure chemistries, with leadership drawn from KBioscience and LGC Genomics.

Cutting Edge
Technology

Our labs are equipped with the latest instrumentation and automation from HC Scientific, ensuring accuracy, speed, and reproducibility on every project.

Scalability

Whether you have a small or large-scale project, we can handle it. No job is too big or small for us.

Request a Quote for Your Genotyping Project

Contact us today with details of your project and receive a quote within 24 hours.

Teams that would rather run genotyping in house can explore 3CR Bioscience’s genotyping products and PACE reagents instead.

3CR Bioscience’s genotyping services give breeding programmes and research groups a route to high-throughput SNP and marker data without capital investment in instrumentation, running on the same PACE chemistry and automation supplied to laboratories worldwide.

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MEET OUR TEAM

Steve AsquithManaging Director
Steve began his career in the Genetics Division of GlaxoSmithKline, as part of the team establishing GSK’s high-throughput core genotyping laboratory. Steve joined KBioscience when it was first founded in 2002 and was a key driver in taking the company from a small start-up to a multi-national service laboratory, quickly growing the company’s revenue to over $7.5M p.a. Following the acquisition of Kbioscience by LGC in 2011, Steve was appointed Global Director of Operations for LGC Genomics, responsible for over 100 staff in Europe and N. America, successfully elevating the genotyping products and service business. Steve held a crucial leadership role until he left in 2016. In 2017 Steve joined forces with John Holme to create 3CR Bioscience, a new company with a mission to deliver outstanding, customer-focused genotyping products with innovation and affordability at its core.
Dr. John HolmeTechnical Director

John joined KBioscience shortly after it was founded, in 2003, and became Head of Technical Development, building the company’s genotyping and DNA extraction product portfolio and service delivery until 2011 when it was acquired by LGC. Post-acquisition, John was appointed Head of Technical Group for LGC Genomics, in charge of all Research & Development and Technical Support activities for the company. In this role John continued to build on the high-quality products and services provided to the companies growing customer base.

During the 19 years John has worked in commercial R&D, he has co-invented numerous highly successful products including PACE®, ProbeSure, KASP™, KlearKall, KlearGene, KlearAmp and KlearTaq™, creating breakthrough offerings in genotyping and extraction and generating huge revenues for the companies he has worked in. In 2017, he joined forces with Steve Asquith and started 3CR Bioscience. John is dedicated to developing outstanding, innovative genotyping products and providing the very best technical support to customers globally.

Dr. Nisha JainOperations Director

Nisha has been innovating since the start of her career at Geneform Technologies developing Iso-thermal Genotyping Technologies. Nisha joined KBioscience in 2008, as Senior R&D Scientist and key account Technical Support Scientist, developing KASP and Klearkall performance and coinventing two further versions of KASP.

Nisha has more than 15 years’ experience working in molecular biology and genotyping technologies, with extensive experience in the areas of R&D, Quality Assurance and Customer Technical Support. She has technically assisted many giants of the industry with their protocol development and troubleshooting and continues to deliver high-quality support and guidance. In 2018, Nisha joined 3CR Bioscience as Operations Director where she continues to develop PACE and ProbeSure for an increasing range of applications, and to grow 3CR Bioscience’s new product pipeline. Nisha is dedicated to developing outstanding, innovative genotyping products and providing the very best technical support to customers globally.

Nazma SaffinGeneral Manager

For 20 years Nazma Saffin has worked and gained extensive expertise within the genotyping sector. Working at Kbioscience and then LGC, she has held operational leadership posts responsible for manufacturing and laboratory services. With experience of ISO 9001 implementation, production scale up and LEAN operations, Nazma has successfully led highly profitable production departments. Joining 3CR Bioscience in 2022, Nazma is committed to delivering operational excellence.

Greig PollandAutomation and Support Manager

Greig is a hands-on automation specialist and team leader with a strong background in laboratory and industrial automation. He has spent over 25 years developing, installing, and supporting automated systems that transformed laboratory workflows. During this time, Greig worked closely with scientists and engineers to tailor automation solutions for genotyping and molecular biology, an experience that sparked his lasting passion for combining technology with practical science.

Since then, Greig has built on that foundation through leadership roles where he leads automation and support operations. He’s known for being approachable, commercially minded, and deeply committed to helping teams and customers get the best from their technology.

Whether managing a complex automation rollout or helping a customer troubleshoot in real time, Greig brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach that keeps people ,not just machines, at the centre of what he does.

Daniel LawsonMarketing Manager
Daniel is a strategically minded marketing and communications professional with over a decade of experience delivering integrated, multi-channel campaigns across healthcare, legal and not-for-profit sectors. He has a strong track record in building brand visibility, driving engagement and supporting revenue growth through audience-focused marketing.
Prior to joining 3CR Bioscience in 2025, Daniel held senior marketing roles where he led strategic communications, managed brand development and delivered high-impact digital and content campaigns. His experience spans SEO, CRM, PR, events and stakeholder engagement, with a particular strength in translating complex messages into clear, compelling content.
At 3CR Bioscience, Daniel is responsible for shaping and executing the company’s marketing strategy, enhancing brand presence and supporting commercial growth through targeted, data-driven campaigns.