Services – KSTL

Seed Physical Quality Testing

Purity · Germination · Moisture · Viability

Our physical quality testing suite covers all standard parameters required for seed certification, commercialization, and quality assurance. Tests follow ISTA and IS standards, suitable for vegetable, field, and horticultural crops.

Test ID	Test Name	Description	TAT	Excl. GST	Incl. GST (18%)
KSTL-SP-001	Seed Purity Analysis	Determination of physical purity percentage through separation and quantification of pure seed, inert matter, weed seeds, and other crop seeds. Useful for seed quality certification and commercialization.	5 Days	₹200	₹236
KSTL-SG-001	Germination Test – Group I	Short duration crops: Maize, Bajra, Black Gram, Wheat, Barley, Radish, Cucumber, Cauliflower, Zinnia and more.	15 Days	₹300	₹354
KSTL-SG-002	Germination Test – Group II	Medium duration crops: Paddy/Rice, Castor, Tomato, Brinjal, Chillies, Carrot, Onion, Bitter Gourd, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Celery and related species.	20 Days	₹350	₹413
KSTL-SG-003	Germination Test – Group III	Long duration crops: Shallot, Parsley, Parsnip, Okra, Lavender, Echinacea, Rosemary, Tree/Native Grass Seeds.	30 Days	₹400	₹472
KSTL-VIA-001	Viability – Tetrazolium Test	Rapid biochemical viability assessment using tetrazolium staining to determine living tissue and estimate viable seed percentage.	10 Days	₹200	₹236
KSTL-MOI-001	Moisture – Moisture Meter	Rapid estimation of seed moisture content using calibrated electronic moisture meter for quality assessment and storage suitability.	5 Days	₹50	₹59
KSTL-MOI-002	Moisture – Oven Method	Accurate laboratory determination of seed moisture content using standardized oven drying methodology for quality assurance and storage management.	5 Days	₹200	₹236

Seed Vigour Testing

Cold Stress · Accelerated Aging · Conductance

Seed vigour testing evaluates physiological strength and field performance potential beyond simple germination. These tests predict storage stability, field emergence under stress, and lot quality for high-value crop seeds.

Test ID	Test Name	Description	TAT	Excl. GST	Incl. GST (18%)
KSTL-VIG-001	Maize Vigour – Cold Method	Assessment of maize seed vigour under low temperature stress conditions to evaluate emergence potential under adverse environmental conditions.	20 Days	₹1,000	₹1,180
KSTL-VIG-002	Maize Vigour – Accelerated Aging	Evaluation of maize seed storability and vigour through accelerated aging conditions followed by germination analysis.	20 Days	₹1,500	₹1,770
KSTL-VIG-003	Soyabean Vigour – Accelerated Aging	Determination of soybean seed vigour and storage stability through accelerated aging treatment and subsequent germination evaluation.	20 Days	₹1,500	₹1,770
KSTL-VIG-004	Vigour – Conductance Method	Measurement of seed membrane integrity by electrolyte leakage analysis. Rapid vigour assessment and seed deterioration studies.	10 Days	₹300	₹354
KSTL-VIG-005	Mustard Vigour Test	Evaluation of mustard seed vigour through standardized stress and germination assessment protocols for field establishment potential.	10 Days	₹500	₹590
KSTL-VIG-006	Radish Vigour Test	Detailed vigour assessment of radish seeds for evaluating physiological strength, emergence potential, and storage quality.	20 Days	₹1,000	₹1,180
KSTL-VIG-007	Wheat Vigour Test	Determination of wheat seed vigour and field establishment capability using standardized vigour assessment protocols.	20 Days	₹500	₹590
KSTL-VIG-008	Vigour – Other Crops (Accelerated Aging)	Accelerated aging vigour analysis for crops other than maize and soybean. Assesses storability, physiological strength, and field emergence potential.	30 Days	₹1,000	₹1,180

DNA Fingerprinting & Molecular Characterization

SRAP Markers · Varietal Identification · Registration

KSTL's molecular characterization services use SRAP (Sequence-Related Amplified Polymorphism) dominant markers to generate unique genetic fingerprints for seed varieties. Essential for government seed registration, intellectual property protection, and varietal distinction.

Test ID	Test Name	Description	TAT	Excl. GST	Incl. GST (18%)
KSTL-DNA-001	DNA Fingerprinting – SRAP (5 Markers)	Molecular characterization using five SRAP dominant markers for varietal identification, genetic characterization, and government seed registration. Includes polymorphism profiling and data interpretation.	30 Days	₹3,500	₹4,130

Similarity Analysis

Dominant Markers · Co-Dominant Markers · 1–20 Marker Panels

Genetic similarity analysis determines the degree of relatedness between seed varieties or breeding lines. Available using dominant (SRAP) or co-dominant (allele-specific) marker systems, with panel sizes from 1 to 20 markers for varying analytical resolution.

Dominant Marker Panels

Test ID	Test Name	Description	TAT	Excl. GST	Incl. GST (18%)
KSTL-SIMD-001	Dominant Similarity – 1 Marker	Genetic similarity using one dominant marker to compare genetic relatedness among samples.	15 Days	₹3,000	₹3,540
KSTL-SIMD-002	Dominant Similarity – 3 Markers	Comparative molecular similarity analysis using three dominant markers for enhanced relationship evaluation.	30 Days	₹9,000	₹10,620
KSTL-SIMD-003	Dominant Similarity – 5 Markers	Advanced molecular similarity profiling using five dominant markers for detailed genetic diversity analysis.	30 Days	₹14,000	₹16,520
KSTL-SIMD-004	Dominant Similarity – 10 Markers	Comprehensive similarity and diversity analysis using ten dominant markers for high-resolution characterization.	30 Days	₹27,000	₹31,860
KSTL-SIMD-005	Dominant Similarity – 15 Markers	Extensive relationship and cluster analysis using fifteen dominant markers for breeding and research programs.	30 Days	₹38,000	₹44,840
KSTL-SIMD-006	Dominant Similarity – 20 Markers	High-resolution molecular diversity and similarity analysis using twenty dominant markers for detailed genomic assessment.	30 Days	₹48,000	₹56,640

Co-Dominant Marker Panels

Test ID	Test Name	Description	TAT	Excl. GST	Incl. GST (18%)
KSTL-SIMC-001	Co-Dominant Similarity – 1 Marker	Genetic similarity using one co-dominant marker allowing allele-specific detection and detailed genotype comparison.	15 Days	₹3,000	₹3,540
KSTL-SIMC-002	Co-Dominant Similarity – 3 Markers	Multi-marker co-dominant analysis for genetic relationship and diversity with improved discriminatory power.	30 Days	₹9,000	₹10,620
KSTL-SIMC-003	Co-Dominant Similarity – 5 Markers	Comprehensive co-dominant marker-based similarity assessment for genotype characterization and breeding line comparison.	30 Days	₹14,000	₹16,520
KSTL-SIMC-004	Co-Dominant Similarity – 10 Markers	Advanced genetic diversity and similarity using ten co-dominant markers with high analytical resolution.	30 Days	₹27,000	₹31,860
KSTL-SIMC-005	Co-Dominant Similarity – 15 Markers	Detailed molecular similarity and clustering using fifteen co-dominant markers for breeding and research applications.	30 Days	₹38,000	₹44,840
KSTL-SIMC-006	Co-Dominant Similarity – 20 Markers	Extensive genomic similarity assessment using twenty co-dominant markers for high-resolution molecular characterization.	30 Days	₹48,000	₹56,640

Hybrid Purity Testing & Marker Polymorphism

Hybrid Confirmation · Parental Differentiation

Hybrid purity testing confirms the identity and genetic purity of hybrid seed lots using molecular markers. Marker polymorphism services identify informative markers between parental lines — a prerequisite for reliable hybrid testing programs.

Test ID	Test Name	Description	TAT	Excl. GST	Incl. GST (18%)
KSTL-HYB-001	Hybrid Testing – Dominant Marker	Hybrid purity assessment using dominant molecular marker for confirmation of hybrid identity and genetic purity.	30 Days	₹4,000	₹4,720
KSTL-HYB-002	Hybrid Testing – Co-Dominant Marker	Hybrid purity testing using co-dominant marker system enabling allele-specific hybrid confirmation and parental differentiation.	30 Days	₹4,000	₹4,720
KSTL-MRK-001	Dominant SRAP Marker Polymorphism	Identification and screening of polymorphic dominant SRAP markers between parental lines for molecular breeding and hybrid testing applications.	15 Days	₹3,000	₹3,540
KSTL-MRK-002	Co-Dominant Marker Polymorphism	Screening and identification of informative co-dominant polymorphic markers between parental genotypes for hybrid validation and genetic analysis.	15 Days	₹3,000	₹3,540

GMO Detection & ELISA Analysis

Bt Traits · Herbicide Tolerance · Quantitative Expression

KSTL offers both qualitative and quantitative ELISA-based detection of transgenic trait proteins in seed and plant samples. Services cover Bt insecticidal proteins (Cry1Ac, Cry2Ab) and Adventitious presence like herbicide tolerance traits (CP4EPSPS), VIP3A, Cry51Aa — essential for GMO compliance and trait verification.

Qualitative GMO Detection

Test ID	Test Name	Description	TAT	Excl. GST	Incl. GST (18%)
KSTL-ELISA-001	Cry1Ac & Cry2Ab Qualitative ELISA	Qualitative ELISA-based detection of Cry1Ac and Cry2Ab proteins for GMO screening and Bt trait confirmation in seed or plant samples.	5 Days	₹2,250	₹2,655
KSTL-ELISA-002	RUR/CP4EPSPS Qualitative ELISA	Qualitative detection of Roundup Ready CP4EPSPS protein using ELISA methodology for herbicide tolerance trait confirmation.	5 Days	₹3,000	₹3,540
KSTL-ELISA-003	VIP3A Qualitative ELISA	Qualitative immunological detection of VIP3A protein trait using ELISA for GMO characterization and trait verification.	5 Days	₹5,000	₹5,900
KSTL-ELISA-004	Cry51Aa Qualitative ELISA	Advanced qualitative ELISA-based detection of Cry51Aa protein trait for transgenic trait confirmation and research applications.	5 Days	₹30,000	₹35,400

Quantitative Trait Protein Analysis

Test ID	Test Name	Description	TAT	Excl. GST	Incl. GST (18%)
KSTL-QELISA-001	Cry1Ac Quantitative ELISA	Quantitative estimation of Cry1Ac protein concentration using ELISA methodology for expression analysis and quality evaluation.	20 Days	₹25,000	₹29,500
KSTL-QELISA-002	Cry2Ab Quantitative ELISA	Quantitative analysis of Cry2Ab protein expression levels using ELISA for transgenic trait assessment and research applications.	20 Days	₹25,000	₹29,500

Terms & Conditions

Samples must be submitted to our laboratory along with a duly filled Test Request Form (click to download) and proper labeling.
GST will be applicable on testing charges, courier charges, and any additional services as per applicable government norms.
GST / IGST @ 18.00% is applicable as per Government rules. If your billing address is outside Gujarat, kindly inform us in advance via email or mention clearly in the Purchase Order. Once the invoice is generated, changes in GST type (CGST/IGST) will not be possible."
The laboratory shall not be responsible for any legal issues arising due to non-compliance.
Payment terms: 100% advance (or as mutually agreed).
Test reports will be issued only after receipt of full payment.
Results apply only to sample received.
The results are applicable only to the sample as received and are not representative of the entire lot or consignment.
Seed quality parameters such as germination and vigour may change due to storage conditions, handling, and environmental factors after testing.
Turnaround Time (TAT): Approximately 35 days, and TAT shall be counted from the date of sample receipt at the laboratory.
Urgent Testing Charges: For results within 7 days : Rs. 50,000 per sample (additional), For results within 14 days : Rs. 25,000 per sample (additional).
Urgent testing feasibility depends on the crop-specific germination period and technical requirements , and acceptance is subject to laboratory approval.
In case of insufficient sample quantity, only feasible tests will be performed, and the same will be mentioned in the report.
If any specific reporting requirements (e.g., sample ID, crop variety name, labeling format, special remarks) are needed, please inform at the time of sample submission.
Additional tests beyond the agreed scope will be carried out only after client approval and will be charged separately.
The laboratory is not responsible for sample deterioration, damage, or contamination during transit.
Samples once tested will be retained for a limited period as per laboratory policy and then disposed of.
The test report cannot be reproduced except in full without prior written approval of the laboratory.
The laboratory does not provide varietal identity confirmation unless specifically requested under molecular testing services.
For molecular analysis (e.g., DNA fingerprinting), results are based on reference controls and internal quality criteria.
Reports issued are not intended for legal proceedings. In case results are required for legal purposes, prior discussion and written consent from the laboratory are mandatory.
Any dispute arising from the test results must be reported within 7 days of report issuance.
Jurisdiction: In case of any dispute, Anand Judiciary (Gujarat) shall be considered as the competent jurisdiction.
The laboratory shall not entertain any request for change in Company Name or Variety Name after 3 working days from sample registration. Such changes may impact traceability, data integrity, and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements; hence, no exceptions will be permitted.
Original test report submission (hard copy or authenticated digital copy) is mandatory for any amendment request. Requests without original report shall be summarily rejected.
The laboratory reserves the right to reject any amendment request that may compromise data integrity, traceability, or compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
No verbal or informal communication shall be considered valid. Any mutual understanding must be documented in written form with proper authorization from both parties.
The laboratory will not initiate testing without receipt of work order / purchase order / email confirmation
As part of our environmental initiative, reports are issued in digital format (PDF). Hard copies will be provided only upon request.

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