The STCA/HTF DNA Bank – UPDATE – April 25, 2025
As of March 18, 2025, the Scottie DNA Bank has a new home with Azenta Life Sciences, Indianapolis, IN.
All DNA samples have been received, registered, and are currently stored safely in the new facility. Azenta Life Sciences, in operation since 2011, is a global company that specializes in the collection, processing, storage, and distribution of biological samples for various clinical trials and research projects.
Our Scottie DNA, once processed from donated blood samples, will be held within Azenta’s automated cold storage facility ready for retrieval for HTF STCA approved research. This exciting move represents a major step-up in operations and security for the Scottie DNA repository and will also enable the addition of Scottie samples from around the world with Azenta’s laboratories and bio-repositories located in Europe and Asia.
Our Scottie samples are accessible via an on-line client portal so that the HTF can easily monitor inventory and place orders for retrieval and shipment for new research projects. In the coming weeks, the HTF will provide all the details for resuming shipments of new samples to add to the Scottie DNA Bank.
Thank you for your patience. Stay tuned for your opportunity to contribute your invaluable samples for health research and the genetic legacy of our Scottish Terriers! Instructions will be available soon.
INSTRUCTIONS: Stay tuned for more information!
GENETIC ISSUES
ON-LINE DATABASE
(To Come)
CONTACT MARCIA DAWSON OR MICHELE GEIGER-BRONSKY FOR more information.
Note: The HTF supports STCA Regional Clubs and Scottie groups that wish to hold clinics to collect samples for the DNA Bank. Contact us for more information.