PCR
News on qPCR, digital PCR, amplification, point-of-care testing platforms in genetics, genomics, and molecular diagnostics.
T2 Biosystems Candida Assay Cleared by FDA for Pediatric Use
The Lexington, Massachusetts-based diagnostics maker said the clearance enables it to sell the test to more than 200 children's hospitals.
GT Molecular Awarded CDC Contract to Develop dPCR Wastewater Assays
The newest contract has been expanded to include 30 targets and an additional digital PCR system, and could be worth up to $1.7 million.
Qiagen Expands Blood Screening Collaboration in Brazil
The expanded partnership with Bio-Manguinhos/Fiocruz includes additional targets for blood screening as well as dengue virus surveillance.
Cancer Diagnostics Firm Syantra Raises $3.6M in Series A-1 Round
The University of Calgary spinout aims to commercialize a liquid biopsy test that measures mRNA biomarkers for the early detection of breast cancer.
LuminUltra Technologies Acquires Genomadix Legionella Testing Business
New Brunswick, Canada-based LuminUltra also acquired the rights to develop additional assays on Genomadix's MDx system.