# Can samples be sent to Illumina for sequencing; does Illumina offer sequencing as a service?

Illumina does not provide sequencing as a service, generally. Illumina recommends using third-party sequencing service providers or core facilities for library preparation and/or sequencing services.

For recommendations for service providers, contact the [Illumina sales team](https://www.illumina.com/company/contact-us.html#/united-states/sales).

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