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Racing Pigeon Gene Testing Knowledge Centre

A systematic, authoritative and transparent encyclopaedia of racing pigeon gene testing, helping fanciers and breeders understand the principles, methods and results behind every test.

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6 articles

How gene testing works

The principles and applications of PCR, qPCR, STR typing and other molecular testing methods.

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12 items

Viruses & pathogens

The 12 common pathogens of racing pigeons: transmission, impact and control points.

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5 steps

Sampling & shipping

Standardised sampling and shipping so that test results stay accurate and reliable.

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Guide

Report guide

How to read a gene test report and understand the link between genotype and traits.

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6 papers

Scientific literature

The published research behind each test, kept openly documented.

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18 Q&A

FAQ

Answers to common questions about testing services, samples, turnaround and reports.

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6 articles

Articles

In-depth pieces on DNA sexing, PMV control and pathogen monitoring programmes.

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Plan

Laboratory build

Zoning, equipment list and construction workflow for an avian genetics laboratory.

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Ecosystem knowledge bases

Three specialist knowledge bases built by the SENO Gene Testing Centre complement our main-site testing services, offering a systematic body of knowledge that runs from genetic principles through to health management.

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Genetics knowledge base

genetics.senopigeon.com

Candidate-gene loci with published pigeon research, genetic markers, and breeding genetics and inheritance patterns, explained systematically.

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Health knowledge base

health.senopigeon.com

The 12 common pathogens of racing pigeons, a symptom index, and biosecurity and vaccination guides.

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Research centre

research.senopigeon.com

Published literature supporting our tests, research progress and evidence-level interpretation.

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Why a knowledge centre?

📖 Scientific transparency

We publish the principles and scientific basis of each test, so every result is traceable rather than a "black box".

🎓 Plain-language education

We explain specialist gene-testing knowledge in everyday language, helping fanciers move from breeding "by experience" to breeding informed by data.

🤝 Industry collaboration

We keep building shared knowledge in racing pigeon gene testing, supporting industry standards and the wider adoption of the technology.