Illumina Announces RapidTrack Whole Genome Sequencing Service

Illumina, Inc.

today launched the RapidTrack Whole Genome Sequencing Service (RapidTrack WGS), a new offering in its FastTrack Sequencing Services operation that delivers a whole human genome in less than two weeks. The premium service offers the fastest sample-to-data turnaround time of any whole human genome sequencing service available today. RapidTrack WGS utilizes Illumina's new HiSeq 2500 sequencing system, which is capable of sequencing a complete human genome in one day. In combination with an accelerated sample preparation protocol and the Company's new iSAAC genome alignment software, sample-to-data cycle time for a complete human genome is five days with the new service. To allow for queue time, RapidTrack WGS guarantees a turnaround of less than 14 days.