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BIOINFORMATICS SERVICE

FASTQ to T2T Alignment

Align your raw sequencing reads to the complete, gapless Telomere-to-Telomere reference. Research-grade alignment to T2T-CHM13 v2.0 with secure, managed processing.

$59
One-time payment No subscription required
About 48h turnaround
Secure processing
Research-grade output
T2T-CHM13 Alignment
Input
FASTQ / FASTQ.GZ
Raw sequencing reads
Output
Sorted BAM + Index
T2T-CHM13 v2.0 aligned
Supported Providers
Dante Labs Nebula Genomics Tellmegen WGS YSEQ Sequencing.com

Technical Specifications

Alignment to the latest T2T reference genome using optimized algorithms

Reference Genome

Complete telomere-to-telomere human genome reference

  • T2T-CHM13 v2.0 reference
  • Complete chromosome coverage
  • Gap-free reference sequence
  • Includes centromeric regions

Input Formats

Compatible with all major sequencing platforms

  • FASTQ (single-end / paired-end)
  • FASTQ.GZ compressed files
  • Illumina / BGI short reads
  • PacBio / ONT long reads

Output Formats

Standard bioinformatics file formats

  • Sorted BAM alignment file
  • BAM index (.bai) file
  • Alignment statistics report
  • Coverage summary metrics

Not included: a VCF (variant calls) file. This service delivers the aligned BAM, its index and the statistics only.

Alignment Methods

Optimized algorithms for accuracy and speed

  • BWA-MEM2 for short reads
  • minimap2 for long reads
  • Coordinate sorting and indexing
  • Duplicate marking

How It Works

Three simple steps from raw data to complete T2T alignment

Alignment Workflow
Share Your Files
Google Drive or Dropbox link
Link entered during the order
Alignment Processing
T2T-CHM13 reference
About 48 hours
Secure Delivery
BAM + metrics
Secure download link

Data Security & Privacy

Your genetic data is treated as sensitive personal data

Encryption

Your data is encrypted in transit and at rest

GDPR-Aligned Processing

Your data is processed in accordance with European data protection regulations (GDPR)

Data Deletion

Request deletion of your data at any time from our servers

Never Sold or Reused

Your data is never sold or used for other purposes. The file-sharing service you use to send us your files (Google Drive or Dropbox) is your own choice, so remove the shared files once we confirm the download.

Your Privacy is Our Priority

Data is processed on secure servers within the EU. We maintain access controls and audit logs for data operations.

Simple Pricing

One order, complete T2T alignment included

FASTQ to T2T Alignment

$59
One-time payment, no subscription
  • Alignment to T2T-CHM13 v2.0 reference
  • All major sequencing platforms supported
  • Sorted BAM file with index
  • Alignment quality statistics
  • Coverage metrics report
  • Secure download link
  • Technical support included

VCF (variant calls) file not included.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is T2T-CHM13 and why is it better than GRCh38?

T2T-CHM13 is the first truly complete human genome reference, covering all chromosomes from telomere to telomere without gaps. Unlike GRCh38, which has approximately 151 Mb of missing sequence, T2T-CHM13 provides complete coverage including centromeric regions, acrocentric chromosome arms, and other previously unresolved areas. This enables more accurate alignment and analysis in regions that were previously inaccessible.

What sequencing platforms do you support?

We support all major sequencing platforms including Illumina (NovaSeq, HiSeq, MiSeq), BGI (DNBSEQ), PacBio (HiFi, CLR), and Oxford Nanopore (MinION, PromethION). Our pipeline automatically detects the read type and applies the optimal alignment algorithm: BWA-MEM2 for short reads and minimap2 for long reads.

How do I send you my FASTQ files?

Upload your files to a file-sharing service such as Google Drive or Dropbox, create a sharing link that allows downloading, and paste the link during the order. Whole genome files are large, so please make sure the upload is complete before sharing the link. Once we confirm that the download is complete, you can remove the shared files from your storage.

How long does processing take?

Processing typically takes 24-48 hours from when we have downloaded your files, depending on file size and current queue. Whole genome sequencing files at 30x coverage usually complete within about 48 hours. We'll notify you via email when your results are ready for download.

What output files will I receive?

You will receive a coordinate-sorted BAM file aligned to T2T-CHM13, along with its index file (.bai). We also provide alignment statistics including mapping rate, coverage distribution, insert size metrics (for paired-end data), and quality score distributions. All files are delivered via secure download link.

Do I also get a VCF (variant calls) file?

No. This service delivers the aligned BAM, its index and the alignment statistics. Variant calling is not part of this package. Our RAW to VCF and VCF Annotation services work from RAW and VCF files and do not call variants from sequencing reads.

Is this service suitable for clinical or diagnostic use?

This service is intended for research and ancestry purposes only. It is not designed, validated, or certified for clinical diagnostics, medical decision-making, or health-related interpretations. For clinical applications, please consult with appropriate certified laboratories and healthcare providers.

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