Submitting extracts

How-to prepare and submit samples

Plate format & sample preparation

Sample requirement: Up to 94 extracts allowed on a plate (including controls) to allow for internal positive and negative controls
Plate type: Submit extracts in a standard PCR plate sealed with PCR strip lids (not adhesive films).
Volume requirement: Each well must contain at least 50 µL of extract to run the full panels.
Dilution: Extracts may be diluted using PCR-grade water or TE buffer (0.1 mM EDTA, e.g., the IDT formulation) to reach the required volume.
Controls: Wilderlab adds a positive and negative control for PCR but we highly encourage including your own extraction controls on the same plate to provide context and quality assurance for your run.

Required documentation

To accompany your extracts, please ensure the following forms are completed:

Pre-extracted DNA template: Download the pre-extracted DNA template and fill in required metadata. Use our submission portal to submit the extracts before sending them to us. We will not be able to analyses the extracts until they have been submitted.
Manufacturer’s Declaration (MD): If sending your extracts to New Zealand internationally, an MD template will be sent to you after sample submission through the portal. Please fill in the highlighted sections with shipment specific information leaving everything else as is. Make sure it is clearly visible on the outside of your shipment. We also suggest providing an electronic version of this declaration to your international shipping service.

Shipping instructions

Packaging: Place plates in a chilly bin / insulated shipper with sufficient ice packs to keep them cool for the full duration of shipping. We advise against shipping with dry ice.
Commodity code: If a commodity code is required for customs, please use 3822.19.0080
Labeling: If sending to New Zealand internationally, ensure the Manufacturers Declaration is attached to the outside of the box and online if available on freight website. *We recommend using DHL for international shipments. Please reach out to us for questions regarding on how to correctly declare samples for customs.

*After shipping, please email us with your tracking number so we can ensure timely receipt and check-in.

Australia → Send to Wilderlab Sydney, AU Office

Suite 2503, 101 Grafton St
Bondi Junction
NSW 2022
Australia

All other regions → Send to Wilderlab New Zealand

Level 2, 129 Park Rd
Miramar
Wellington, 6022
New Zealand

Important notes

****CONTAMINATION NOTICE: While Wilderlab follows stringent contamination control protocols within our facility, we cannot be held liable for contaminants introduced prior to arrival, including during extraction, plating, or shipment.

Results notice: No online report will be generated for extract analysis. You will receive a csv file of your results but will not be able to view the data on our Explore map.