PCR
News on qPCR, digital PCR, amplification, point-of-care testing platforms in genetics, genomics, and molecular diagnostics.
The two-step process only requires treatment with two different mixtures and a heat block to return results.Â
XPhyto, TechUnit Sign Agreement to Distribute COVID-19 Test in Czech Republic
Following the Czech Republic, the RT-PCR test, which requires no RNA extraction, will likely launch in Hungary, Slovakia, Ukraine, and Russia.
FDA Grants Emergency Use Authorization for Premier Medical COVID-19 Test
The PCR-based test uses nasal swab specimens collected with the INeedaCOVID19Test.com Self Collection Kit.
SQI to Acquire Precision Biomonitoring SARS-CoV-2 Testing Business, Technology
The deal includes the Canadian distribution rights to Biomeme's SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test, as well as Precision's TripleLock diagnostic technology.
Hologic Preliminary Fiscal Q1 Revenues Drop 9 Percent
The firm expects fiscal Q1 Diagnostics revenues of $950.4 million, down 16 percent compared to the prior-year quarter when its COVID-19 revenues surged.