16s Metagenomics
16s Metagenomics-Microbial Community Profiling
16s rRNA gene sequencing is a powerful molecular technique for identifying and characterizing microbial communities directly from environmental or clinical samples. At Suparna Biosciences, our 16s Metagenomics workflow combines next generation sequencing (NGS) with advanced bioinformatics analysis to deliver accurate microbial diversity insights.
Workflow Overview
- DNA Extraction & Quality Assessment High purity DNA isolated from environmental, clinical, or industrial samples.
- 16s rRNA Gene Amplification Targeting variable regions (V3–V4 or V4–V5) using universal primers.
- Library Preparation & Sequencing Performed on Ion Torrent platforms for high depth coverage.
- Bioinformatics Analysis Taxonomic classification, OTU/ASV clustering, alpha, beta diversity, and visualization using QIIME2, Krona, and Rarefaction Curves.
Applications
- Microbiome profiling in health and disease.
- Environmental and wastewater microbial monitoring.
- Food and pharmaceutical quality control.
- Research in microbial ecology and biotechnology.
Suparna?Biosciences Advantage
- NABL?compliant laboratory workflows.
- Expert bioinformatics interpretation.
- Comprehensive reporting with publication?ready visualizations.