Accurate Bird DNA Sexing for breeders, pet owners, and conservationists. Non-invasive, 99.9% accurate testing with quick, reliable results. Submit your sample today! Bird DNA Sexing Why DNA Sexing Matters Accurate sex determination is essential for breeding, conservation, and pet ownership, particularly in monomorphic species where males and females appear identical. Even in species with visible differences between males and females, gender traits often develop only in adulthood. Knowing a bird’s sex is crucial for forming proper breeding pairs, helping breeders, and providing important information to pet owners and buyers before selling birds. Sample Collection Process To submit a sample for Bird DNA Sexing, follow these steps: Pluck 5-6 feathers from the bird’s chest area. Place the feathers in an envelope or a plastic zip-lock bag. Label the envelope or zip-lock bag with your bird ID (such as the bird’s name, ring number, or cage number). Complete the sample acceptance form and submit it along with the samples (available at the Genetech Reception or downloadable here ). You can submit the samples in person or by courier to: Genetech 54 Kitulwatte Road, Colombo 00800 For mail or courier submissions, place the sealed samples and completed sample acceptance form inside an envelope. We will notify you once the samples have been received. What we offer We provide 99.9% accurate molecular sexing for a wide range of bird species. Our method is non-invasive, typically using feathers, though blood and other tissues are also accepted. The process is quick, efficient, and cost-effective, delivering reliable results for bird owners, breeders, and conservationists. Contact us View Price List Sample Acceptance Sheet

Learn about Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease (PBFD) and how Genetech offers a PCR-based test for early detection. Submit feather or blood samples for reliable PBFD screening. Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease (PBFD) What is PBFD? Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease (PBFD) is a viral infection caused by a circovirus, primarily affecting parrots, cockatoos, and other psittacine birds. This virus leads to feather abnormalities and changes in beak formation. PBFD spreads through feather dust, faeces, and contaminated surfaces. The infection can be deadly in young birds and, in some cases, adult birds, as they may carry the virus without showing symptoms. As there is no specific treatment for PBFD, early detection is crucial for effective management through stringent quarantine and hygiene practices. Sample Collection Process To submit a sample for PBFD screening, follow these steps: Pluck 5-6 feathers from the bird’s chest area. Place the feathers in an envelope or a plastic zip-lock bag. Label the envelope or zip-lock bag with your bird ID (name, ring number, cage number, or other preferred identification). Complete the sample acceptance form and submit it along with the samples (available at the Genetech Reception or downloadable here ). You can submit the samples in person or by courier to: Genetech 54 Kitulwatte Road, Colombo 00800 For mail or courier submissions, place the sealed samples and completed sample acceptance form inside an envelope. We will notify you once the samples have been received. What we offer At Genetech, we offer a PCR-based screening test for PBFD using feather or blood samples. Contact us View Price List Sample Acceptance Sheet

Explore Genetech’s Bird DNA Testing services, including accurate Bird DNA sexing for sex determination and Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease (PBFD) screening. Ensure the health and correct identification of your birds with reliable testing. Bird DNA Testing Bird DNA Sexing Read More Read More Psittacine Beak & Feather Disease (PBFD) Read More Read More

Genetech supports diverse student research in Sri Lanka, funding projects from PhD to BSc levels. Topics include forensic genetics, dengue vector studies, rice blast resistance, and chronic kidney disease. Student Projects Genetech has funded and facilitated student research projects for students from many universities in Sri Lanka. Anchor 1 Research leading to the award of PhD X-Chromosome markers for forensic genetics in Sri Lanka: development, validation and application of a novel 16 X-STR multiplex assay for the Sri Lankans. K. L. Nandika Perera, Ph.D., Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka. 2021 (Thesis Submitted). Population genetic and epidemiological investigation of the dengue vectors Aedes aegypti (L.) and Aedes albopictus (Skuse) in Sri Lanka. M. D. Nirmani, Ph.D., Department of Zoology and Environment Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2021 (Thesis Submitted). DNA marker assisted breeding of rice blast resistant genes into local rice. Ama Jayawardana, Ph.D. Department of Plant Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo; Rice Research and development Institute, Batalagoda, 2019 (Conducted partially at Genetech). View more MPhil and MSc Research Projects Detection and confirmed of Brucella abortus in bovine aborted fetuses by PCR in selected localities in Sri Lanka. Samudi N. K. Mohotti, M.Sc., Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2017. Genetic characterization and molecular phylogeny of Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae) in Sri Lanka based on COI gene. H.A.K.M. Dharmarathne, M.Sc., IBMBB, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2016. Determination of Population Structure of Yellow Dwarf Coconut Population in Sri Lanka Department of Botany. Chandima Kamral, M.Phil., Faculty of Applied Science, University of Sri Jayawardanapura; Coconut Research Institute, Lunuwila, Sri Lanka, 2015 (partially conducted at Genetech). View more BSc Research Projects X-Chromosomal recombination – A family study analyzing 7 X-STR loci in Sinhalese. Ruvini Wijithalal, B.Sc. special in Zoology, Department of Zoology and Environment Science, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2019. Detection of gene polymorphism in angiotensinogen protein among chronic kidney disease patients in Sri Lankan population. Sathiyamoorthy Kabaskar, B.Sc. (Hons) in Biomedical Science, School of Biomedical Sciences, British College of Applied Studies (BCAS Campus), 2018. Detection of gene polymorphisms in angiotensin II type 1 receptor among chronic kidney disease patients in Sri Lankan population. Shiyamnesh Ganesh, B.Sc. (Hons) in Biomedical Science, School of Biomedical Sciences, British College of Applied Studies (BCAS Campus), 2018. View more

Meet Dr. Nandika Perera, Genetech’s expert in molecular diagnostics and DNA typing, pioneering forensic science in Sri Lanka. Dr. Nandika Perera Head of Forensic DNA Typing and Parentage Testing Dr. Nandika Perera joined Genetech in early 2004 soon after its inception and was part of the pioneering team led by late Dr. Maya Gunasekera, who introduced molecular diagnostics and DNA typing services to Sri Lanka. In subsequent years, he was promoted to the post of Senior Scientist and in 2010, he became the Head of the Parentage Testing Section. Currently, he is also the Head of Forensic DNA typing and has provided more than 2500 DNA typing reports to the Sri Lankan Judiciary. He together with his team has established several in-house molecular diagnostic tests including a test for prenatal diagnosis of thalassemia disease. More recently, he introduced X chromosome STR typing to Sri Lanka to be used in forensic and kinship analysis. The technique offers a significant advantage over the other commonly used DNA typing methods in resolving some specific cases of kinship which cannot be conclusively resolved otherwise. He is also involved in various other molecular biology related research in collaboration with many state and private universities and research institutes in Sri Lanka. His portfolio of works includes many research publications, some in the world’s leading high-impact journals such as Scientific Reports of Nature publishing group and International Journal of Legal Medicine which is testimonial of his illustrative career in the field of molecular genetics. Nandika is an alumnus of both the University of Colombo and Institute of Chemistry, Sri Lanka. He holds two Honours degrees, one in the field of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (from University of Colombo) and the other in Chemistry (from Institute of Chemistry, Sri Lanka). He obtained his master’s degree in Molecular Life Sciences at the Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Colombo and has completed his Ph.D. in the field of Molecular Forensics at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Open University of Sri Lanka. He is the recipient of many academic awards including the Gold Medal for the best academic performance in his Master’s Degree, the award for the best performance in part 1 examination in Graduateship in Chemistry and the W. F. Peiris Memorial Scholarship in Graduateship in Chemistry.

For more information, please send an email to info@genetechsrilanka.com or call +94 11 2696992. 54 Kitulwatte Road, Colombo 08, Sri Lanka +94 112696992 +94 11 2696881 Fax: +94 (0) 11 2686137 Email: info@genetechsrilanka.com Head of Forensics, Parentage Testing and DNA Typing: Dr. Nandika Perera Email: nandika@genetechsrilanka.com Head of the School of Gene Technology and Disease Diagnostics: Ms. Yoshitha Wahalathanthri Email: yoshitha@genetechsrilanka.com DNA Sequencing Services Email: sequencing.genetech@gmail.com Contact Form Name Email Contact Number Subject Message Success! Message received. Send

Learn about Genetech’s commitment to ethical DNA typing with informed consent, strict confidentiality, adherence to legal provisions, and clear result interpretation. Ethical Guidelines DNA typing is performed ethically only with the informed consent of the individual whose DNA is being typed. The persons concerned will be informed about the consequences of the test. Where such consent cannot be given such as in the case of minors, the consent of the guardian has to be obtained. We will not undertake samples for parentage testing without written consent from all living parties who will be tested. In the instance of criminal casework, we adhere to provisions in the Law, with respect to taking samples from suspects, victims and other living individuals involved in the case. Strict confidentiality will be maintained at all times with respect to individuals being tested. The results of DNA typing tests and the conclusions drawn from them will be divulged only to the persons being tested, and Courts of Law which order such tests. The test result will be given in a numerical format; a Scientist from Genetech will interpret the results, drawing a clear, unambiguous conclusion, and express it in simple terms. DNA typing is performed by analysing non-coding regions of an individual's DNA. It does not give the analyst any information about the ethnicity, race, social background, physical or mental make up of that person. Therefore, no other genetic information will be retrieved from an individual's DNA.

Discover Genetech’s specialized testing services: from pioneering molecular diagnostics and DNA typing in Sri Lanka to precise GM food and animal disease testing. Ensure accuracy with our PCR-based tests. Our Tests Molecular Diagnostics We pioneered the use of molecular diagnostics in Sri Lanka. We seek evidence of a disease at the basic causative level by detecting the nucleic acids based on PCR technology. Read More GM and Other Food Testing We use a PCR method to identify the most common genetic elements that are generally found in Genetically Modified (GM) crops. Our test can be applied to a wide range of food items including crops and processed food. Read More DNA Typing We pioneered the use of DNA typing for human identification for forensic casework and analysis of family relationships including parentage testing. Read More Sex Determination of Birds Many bird species are monomorphic; thus, males and females cannot be distinguished visually. We offer molecular sexing for proper gender assignment of a wide range of bird species with an accuracy of 99.9%. Read More Animal Testing We are the only firm to provide a PCR based animal disease testing service in Sri Lanka. We offer tests which detect Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Babesiosis and Canine Ehrlichiosis. In addition to animal disease testing, we provide a cattle parentage testing service through the use of DNA typing. Read More View Price List

Explore innovative PhD projects funded by Genetech in Sri Lanka, covering forensic genetics, dengue vector studies, and rice blast resistance. Dive into cutting-edge research and groundbreaking discoveries! Research leading to the award of PhD X-Chromosome markers for forensic genetics in Sri Lanka: development, validation and application of a novel 16 X-STR multiplex assay for the Sri Lankans. K. L. Nandika Perera, Ph.D., Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, 2021. Population genetic and epidemiological investigation of the dengue vectors Aedes aegypti (L.) and Aedes albopictus (Skuse) in Sri Lanka. M. D. Nirmani, Ph.D., Department of Zoology and Environment Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2021 (Thesis Submitted). DNA marker assisted breeding of rice blast resistant genes into local rice. Ama Jayawardana, Ph.D. Department of Plant Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo; Rice Research and development Institute, Batalagoda, 2019 (Conducted partially at Genetech). Genetic diversity and population structure of ex-situ conserved finger millet (Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn) accessions in Sri Lanka. Parami Wakista, Ph.D. Department of Botany, Faculty of Applied Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2017. Development of Mini STR primers in order to enhance sensitivity and amplification efficiency of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) to aid analysis of degraded DNA evidence in Sri Lankan case work. N. D. Suraj Goonawardhana, Ph.D., Department of Zoology Environment Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2016. Characterization and transfer of Drought Responsive Elements Binding (DREB) genes to develop transgenic drought resistant rice. W.S. Imesh De Silva, Ph.D., Department of Plant Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2016. Understanding the role of host genetic factors and specific dengue virus epitomes during dengue infection. Anira Fernando, Ph.D., Department of Zoology Environment Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2015. Sustainable insect resistance in local rice varieties. Manisha Gunasekera, PhD, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. 2010 (partially conducted at Genetech). Development of databases for autosomal Y-chromosomal and mitochondrial DNA markers and their application in forensic casework and population genetics in Sri Lankan populations. Ruwan J Illeperuma, PhD, Department of Zoology, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2010. Detection, quantification and characterization of Hepatitis C virus strains in Sri Lanka. Dhammika B. Seneviratne, PhD, Postgraduate Institute of Science, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 2010. Severity of dengue disease and the role of different serotypes and genotypes of the causative viruses. Upul Nalaka De Silva Kanakaratne, PhD, Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 2009.

Explore custom oligonucleotide and gene synthesis services with various modifications, purification options, free cloning, and sequencing for 100% accuracy. Oligonucleotide and Gene synthesis We offer primer synthesis services covering different concentration scales from 0.025 to 1µmole. Different purification options using techniques such as desalt, MOPC, HPLC and PAGE are available as per requirement of the customer. We also offer primer modifications such as fluorescent labelling, non-fluorescent modifications, dark quenchers and internal modifications. Oligonucleotide/Primer synthesis Gene synthesis We offer customised gene synthesis services in a plasmid DNA state with a free cloning service, as well as free DNA sequencing to confirm the sequence of the gene. Our customised gene synthesis service offers to generate genes based on the sequence requirement of the customer. With our free cloning service, the synthesised gene is made available in a plasmid DNA state. Our free sequencing service guarantees 100% sequence accuracy. Contact us

Discover Genetech’s innovative DNA/RNA extraction and PCR amplification kits, tailored for research and industrial needs. Click to explore our customizable solutions! Product Development Our research projects often aim for a final product which can range from developing a new diagnostic test to a commercial nucleic acid extraction or amplification kit. Research and development projects have given rise to Genetech's new product line. DNA and RNA extraction kits We have developed a wide range of DNA/RNA extraction kits such as viral RNA/DNA extraction kits, Bacterial genomic and plasmid DNA extraction kits, plant DNA extraction kits, human and other animal genomic DNA extraction kits. The kits are starting from 25 prep size and are scaled up to 100s to meet the wide array of requirements found in the research community. For optimum results, we also provide customised extraction kits for low yielding starting materials like insect and bone samples. PCR amplification kits We offer customised conventional and real time PCR amplification kits (Ready mix PCR kits) for both DNA and RNA. This can be integrated with primer designing and PCR optimisation as required for the best results. Industrially important kits We offer to develop industrially important test kits to meet specific needs. For example, White Spot Syndrome Virus Detection Kit for shrimps was developed for the shrimp farm industry, based on customer requirements. You can contact us to discuss your specific requirement. We are able to design and develop customised kits for a wide variety of industrial needs. Contact us

Explore diverse research on genetic variation, virological surveillance, and forensic DNA evidence in Sri Lanka, presented at various academic conferences and symposiums Conference Papers and Communications Page 1 of 2 Nirmani, M. D., Perera, K. L. N. S. & Galhena, G. H. (2020) A preliminary virological surveillance of field-caught adult Aedes aegypti (Linnaeus) and Aedes albopictus (Skuse) mosquitoes in selected sites in the District of Colombo and Gampaha of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium 2020, University of Colombo; 44. De Mel, W. D. Y., Illeperuma, R. J., Fernando, S. P., Pusweldeniya, B. M. J. & Padmalal, U. K. G. K. (2019) Genetic variation of Elephas maximus maximus in Maduru Oya national park in Sri Lanka, age 2019: International Conference on Agriculture, Green Economics and Energy, Sapporo, Japan, 2019. Perera, N., Galhena, G. & Ranawaka, G. (2019) Development of a novel X-chromosomal STR based dacaplex PCR assay for the kinship analysis of Sinhalese population. Proceedings of the Open University Research Sessions (OURS 2019), Open University of Sri Lanka, P19. Available from: https://ours.ou.ac.lk/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Abastracts-Open-University-Research-Sessions-October-2019-19-20.pdf Perera, N., Galhena, G. & Ranawaka, G. (2019) Genetic profiling of six X-chromosomal STR loci among Tamil populations in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 39th Annual Sessions of the Institute of Biology. Institute of Biology Sri Lanka, P36. Perera, N., Galhena, G. & Ranawaka, G. (2019) Haplotype analysis of two X-chromosome STR clusters in Sinhalese population. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium, University of Colombo, P230. Nirmani, M. D., Perera, K. L. N. S. & Galhena, G. H. (2019) Suitability of six microsatellite markers for evolutionary genetic studies of Asian tiger mosquitoes in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium. University of Colombo; 227. Nirmani, M. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2019) Microsatellite marker-based population dynamics of the dengue vector, Aedes albopictus in Wet and Dry Zones of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 75th Annual Sessions of The Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science; 79. Pusweldeniya, B. M. J. & Illeperuma, R. J. (2018) The success of cigarette and beedi butts as forensic DNA evidence in Sri Lanka. Annual Scientific Sessions of the Medico-Legal Society of Sri Lanka, Colombo, 2018. Nirmani M. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2017) The effect of extensive mosquito migration on dengue control as revealed by phylogeny of dengue vector Aedes aegypti. World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Science Index, Medical and Health Sciences, 4(12), 304. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327305382_The_Effect_of_Extensive_Mosquito_Migration_on_Dengue_Control_as_Revealed_by_Phylogeny_of_Dengue_Vector_Aedes_aegypti Nirmani M. D, Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2017) A comparison of genetic variability of dengue vectors using microsatellite and EPIC markers. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium 2017, University of Colombo; 268. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327305343_A_comparison_of_genetic_variability_of_dengue_vectors_using_microsatellite_and_EPIC_markers Nirmani M. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2017) Genetic diversity and population dynamics of dengue vectors Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus in selected localities in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 73rd Annual Sessions of The Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science; 169. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327305541_Genetic_diversity_and_population_dynamics_of_dengue_vectors_Aedes_aegypti_and_Aedes_albopictus_in_selected_localities_in_Sri_Lanka Tharaka, K. P. D. & Illeperuma, R. J. (2017) Amount of DNA in forensic hair evidence play minor role in success for conventional nuclear DNA testing, Annual Scientific Sessions of the Medico-Legal Society of Sri Lanka, Colombo, 2017. Nirmani, M. D., Gangani, P. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2016) Aedes aegypti population dynamics help evaluation of current vector control measures in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium 2016, University of Colombo; 282. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327305108_Aedes_aegypti_population_dynamics_help_evaluation_of_current_vector_control_measures_in_Sri_Lanka Gangani, P. D., Nirmani, M. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2016) Microsatellite markers reveal high genetic diversity among principal dengue vector, Aedes aegypti in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 36th Annual sessions of the Institute of Biology; 42. Nirmani, M. D., Gangani, P. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2016) Long distance passive migrations may explain the low genetic differentiation in principal dengue vector (Aedes aegypti) in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 36th Annual Sessions of the Institute of Biology; 43. Nirmani, M. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2015) Microsatellite markers reveal the spatial genetic structure of dengue vector Aedes aegypti in selected areas in Colombo district. Proceedings of the 35th Annual sessions of the Institute of Biology; 54. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327305566_Microsatellite_markers_reveal_the_spatial_genetic_structure_of_dengue_vector_Aedes_aegypti_in_selected_areas_in_Colombo_district Nirmani, M. D., Madusanka, R. A., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2015) Use of ovitrap surveillance in assessing dengue outbreak risk in selected areas in Colombo district. Proceedings of Peradeniya University International Research Sessions 2015, University of Peradeniya; 229. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327305370_Use_of_ovitrap_surveillance_in_assessing_dengue_outbreak_risk_in_selected_areas_in_Colombo_district Nirmani, M. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2015) Vector surveillance suggests an enhanced vector status for Ae. albopictus compared to Ae. aegypti in the Kandy district. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium 2015, University of Colombo; 112. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327305462_Vector_surveillance_suggests_an_enhanced_vector_status_for_Ae_albopictus_compared_to_Ae_argypti_in_Kandy_district Nirmani, M. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2015) Oviposition activity of dengue vectors in response to two different organic infusions. Proceedings of Annual Research Symposium 2015, University of Colombo; 113. Nirmani, M. D., Perera, K. L. N. & Galhena, G. H. (2015) Feasibility of using Exon-Primed Intron-Crossing (EPIC) markers to detect the genetic variation of a dengue vector in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 35th Annual Sessions of the Institute of Biology Sri Lanka; 60. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327305637_The_feasibility_of_using_Exon-Primed_Intron-Crossing_EPIC_markers_to_detect_the_genetic_variation_of_a_dengue_vector_in_Sri_Lanka Kamaral, L. C. J., Perera, S. A. C. N., Perera, K. L. N. S. & Dasanayake, P. N. (2014). Population Structure of Sri Lanka yellow dwarf coconut variety as revealed by SSR markers. International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches 2014 (ICMA) pp 150. De Silva, W. H., Kamaral, L. C. J., Mohotti, S. N. K. & Perera, K. L. N. S. (2014) Development and validation of an allelic ladder for D18S51 short tandem repeat (STR) locus. Wayamba International Conference (WinC 2014). pp 251. Kamaral, L. C. J., Perera, K. L. N. S., Dasanayake, P. N. & Perera S. A. C. N. (2013) Variation of Sri Lanka yellow dwarf coconut variety at microsatellite marker loci. Proceedings of the 69th Annual Sessions. SLAAS. Part 1, pp 40. Gunasekera, J. M. A., Jayasekera, G. A. U., Fernandopulle, N. D., Perera, K. L. N. & De Silva, A. D. (2010) Development of Transgenic Plants for Leaffolder (Cnaphalocrosis medinalis) Resistance in Local Rice Varieties. Annual Research Proceedings, University of Colombo. pp 120. Available from: http://192.248.16.117:8080/research/handle/70130/381?mode=full 1 2