Can You Clone Using Semen?

September 25, 2022

Can you clone using semen?

Unfortunately, cloning can not be done from a semen sample.

In order to clone an animal, a sample needs to be composed of cells that contain a full set of genetic material. Sperm cells only contain half of an animal’s genetic material, and when it fertilises an egg they fuse to form a complete genetic set.

This is why at Gemini Genetics we use skin tissue samples Skin cells contain the full genetic information of the individual and additionally, skin is naturally regenerative which makes it an ideal candidate for cell culture. These properties of skin cells provide the best chance at successful DNA replication to enable later cloning.

Learn more about genetic preservation and cloning at Gemini Genetics – https://www.geminigenetics.com

In association with our US partner ViaGen Pets – https://www.viagenpets.com