ZeeWeeTM I Bird DNA Sex Test is an in-house DNA test for the determination of sex in chickens (Gallus gallus domesticus). No need to ship samples to a lab, obtain results in hours!
Sample collection is easy: DNA is extracted from dried blood spots and feather follicle samples. Result interpretation is clear: two bands indicate a female, one band a male.
This is a gelPCRTM test, based on PCR and DNA gel electrophoresis. For more information on gelPCRTM tests click here.
One kit of ZeeWeeTM I Bird DNA Sex Test provides enough material for 32 tests and 6 controls (38 reactions). The kit includes reagents and PCR tubes. The bulk option “240 tests” provides only primers and PCR mix.
Equipment is sold separately.
The kit has been validated using chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus) samples with miniPCR® equipment.
How It Works
Video Tutorials
Shipping and Storage
Orders are typically shipped through a third-party carrier, such as UPS, and are delivered to the address provided during checkout.
Reagents are shipped only Mon-Tues-Wed overnight to guarantee the integrity of the product.
Store reagents in a freezer (-20 ºC) immediately upon arrival. Use within 9 months of receipt.
PCR tubes can be stored at room temperature.
What do I need to start?
To start you lab: check the gelPCR™ Bundles, they contain all the equipment and consumables to start.
Refills: to keep your lab running, you will need consumables refills. Check the Learning Lab Companion Kit, ideal for running 38 tests.
Check the User’s Guide for the complete list of necessary materials. Some materials, such as gloves, tweezers, and toothpicks are not available on our website.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Purchase Conditions and Returns
Please review our Terms & Conditions before placing an order.
Due to the sensitive nature and storage requirements of our reagents, we are unable to accept returns.
Reviews
“I had a chance to try out a miniPCR unit to test birds for the lavender gene or for boys/girls. miniPCR has done a spectacular job (and you can take that from someone who used to be a biochemist for drug discovery).[…] You buy testing kits separately, and customer service is excellent. “– Heidi Grable
“I’m using the miniPCR system for avian DNA testing, and I couldn’t be more impressed. As someone new to hands-on genetic testing, I was up and running within 10 minutes of unboxing. The setup was intuitive, and the included guides made the workflow seamless. I tested DNA from egg shells, feathers, and blood, and all three sample types yielded successful results. I ran 75 successful consecutive tests with both a negative and positive control for ensuring accuracy, and was 100% accurate for all 75 tests! The consistency and clarity of the miniPCR process are outstanding. One highlight for me is their excellent tips and tricks for pipetting and gel loading – incredibly helpful for ensuring accurate sample delivery and minimizing mistakes in the wells. It’s rare to find lab tech that’s this user-friendly and effective, especially for specialty uses like poultry genetics, and for someone without a microbiology background. I highly recommend miniPCR to anyone looking to bring real biotechnology into their hands, whether for education, research, or field diagnostics. Truly a game-changer for small labs and backyard scientists alike.” – Little Chicken Farms
