1. Service Overview
YBioHub provides professional microbiome and metagenomics analysis services, including 16S rRNA sequencing, shotgun metagenomics, and downstream bioinformatics analysis.
Our services are widely used for microbial community profiling, functional annotation, and ecological or clinical microbiology research.
2. Core Principles
Microbiome and metagenomics analysis allow researchers to identify microbial species, quantify abundance, and infer functional potential in complex samples.
- 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing for taxonomic profiling
- Shotgun metagenomics for species-level resolution and functional gene analysis
- Quality control and assembly of sequencing data
- Bioinformatics analysis for taxonomic and functional annotation
3. Experimental Workflow
- Sample collection and preservation (stool, soil, water, or other environmental samples)
- DNA extraction and quality assessment
- Library preparation for 16S or shotgun sequencing
- High-throughput sequencing (Illumina or other platforms)
- Data quality control, taxonomic classification, and functional profiling
- Reporting and visualization of microbial community structure and functions
4. Applications
- Human gut, skin, or oral microbiome research
- Environmental microbiology (soil, water, air)
- Microbiome-based disease biomarker discovery
- Functional profiling of microbial communities
- Ecological studies of microbial diversity and interactions
5. Service Advantages (YBioHub)
- 📌 High-quality sequencing workflow with strict quality control
- 📌 Compatible with diverse sample types
- 📌 Integrated bioinformatics analysis for taxonomy and function
- 📌 Detailed visual reports and interpretation
6. Deliverables
- Sequencing raw data (FASTQ files)
- Taxonomic classification and abundance tables
- Functional gene profiles and pathway analysis
- Visual reports and data interpretation
7. FAQ
Q1: What sample types are compatible?
Stool, soil, water, environmental swabs, and other microbiome-relevant samples.
Q2: What is the difference between 16S and shotgun sequencing?
16S sequencing profiles bacterial taxonomy, while shotgun metagenomics provides species-level resolution and functional gene information.
Q3: Do you provide bioinformatics analysis?
Yes, we provide complete taxonomic, functional, and diversity analysis with visual reports.
Q4: How long does the service take?
Typically 4–6 weeks depending on sample type and sequencing depth.
Q5: Can you analyze low-biomass or clinical samples?
Yes, we provide optimized extraction and sequencing protocols for challenging samples.