0.5 – 1 ml EDTA blood

EDTA blood is ideal for all genetic tests, as it contains up to 100 times more DNA for the analysis than mane or tail hair. Have the blood sample taken by a vet.

20 – 30 mane or tail hairs with root

Make sure that the mane or tail hair is plucked out and not cut off so that the hair roots remain intact. Only tail hair should be used for foals in order to avoid possible contamination by the mare’s DNA.

Our recommendation

Have the sample taken by a veterinarian. The vet checks the identity of the animal using the microchip number and confirms it. Careful identification and the correct recording of all data contribute significantly to quality assurance and are a prerequisite for issuing certificates.