Next-generation sequencing analysis of barcoded SIV, SHIV, or HIV

• Analyzes viral populations with a genetic insert used as a viral barcode to track clonotypic viral lineages. 
• Determines the number, proportion, and unique sequence of each barcode. 

The process: 

• The Viral Evolution Core extracts nucleic acid from tissues, plasma, or isolated cells. 
• Polymerase chain reaction amplification of the barcoded region is performed on the extracted DNA/cDNA, and amplicons are sequenced using Illumina next generation deep sequencing.
  • Samples can be run individually or multiplexed up to 10 different samples per run and run simultaneously in one sequencing reaction. 
• Following sequencing, we use our custom analysis pipeline to determine the number, proportion, and unique sequence of each barcode. 
  • This application is designed to work only with viral populations containing a genetic insert as a viral barcode. 
  • We have recently developed this barcoded virus system for SIV, several SHIV Env clones, and HIV. 

Includes sufficient basic consultation with a subject matter expert.