Our WGS (Whole Genome Sequencing) to RAW conversion service transforms your comprehensive genome data into a universally compatible format:
What is WGS?
- WGS sequences your entire genome (all 3 billion+ base pairs)
- Provides comprehensive genetic information
- More detailed than SNP chip testing (which tests 600K-700K positions)
- Files are typically in BAM, CRAM, or VCF format
- File sizes: 50GB-200GB+ (too large for most platforms)
What is a RAW File?
- Standard format used by consumer DNA companies
- Contains positions relevant for ancestry and traits
- Compatible with 23andMe, AncestryDNA, MyHeritage, FTDNA
- File size: 10-50MB (much more manageable)
- Easy to upload and analyze
Conversion Process:
- Upload/Submit: Provide your WGS file (via secure link)
- Extraction: We extract relevant SNP positions
- Format Conversion: Transform to standard RAW format
- Quality Control: Verify data integrity
- Haplogroup Analysis: Determine MTDNA and YDNA lineages
- Delivery: Receive RAW file + haplogroup report
- Timeframe: 12-48 hours
What You Receive:
- RAW DNA File: In 23andMe or AncestryDNA format
- MTDNA Haplogroup: Maternal lineage
- YDNA Haplogroup: Paternal lineage (for males)
- Quality Report: Data quality metrics
- SNP Count: Number of positions extracted
Key Benefits:
- Universal Compatibility: Works with all ancestry sites
- Manageable Size: From 100GB+ to 20MB
- Preserves Quality: Maintains WGS accuracy
- Multiple Uses: Upload to many platforms
- Family Sharing: Easy to share with relatives
Compatible WGS Providers:
- Nebula Genomics
- Dante Labs
- YSEQ
- Full Genomes Corporation
- Sequencing.com
- Any provider offering BAM/CRAM/VCF files
Supported Input Formats:
- BAM: Binary Alignment Map
- CRAM: Compressed Reference-oriented Alignment Map
- VCF: Variant Call Format (WGS-derived)
- FASTQ: Raw sequencing reads (slower processing)
Use Your Converted File:
- Upload to DNA Genics for all our reports
- Upload to GEDmatch for DNA matching
- Upload to MyHeritage, FTDNA for family matching
- Use in third-party analysis tools
- Share with genetic counselors
Note: This service is specifically for WGS BAM/CRAM files. For smaller VCF files, use our "VCF to RAW" service instead.