blood testing

The device is based on a proprietary technology that involves extracting a protein called fibroin from silk fibers.

The XW-100 Automated Hematology Analyzer previously received 510(k) clearance. With the CLIA waiver, the test can be run in more types of healthcare facilities. 

Siemens noted that in closing the acquisition of Epocal, the former Alere subsidiary, it has also completed its own blood gas portfolio.

The investment is part of a Series C financing round that will also include other investors. Seventh Sense is developing a new type of blood collection device to improve patient compliance. 

The test is intended for use by blood collection facilities and is not approved for the individual diagnosis of Zika infection.

DxTerity aims to develop a genomic blood test to identify which cancer patients are most likely to benefit from radiation therapy or are at risk for toxicity.

Alere is divesting Epocal as it seeks regulatory approval of its merger with Abbott. Based in Ottawa, Ontario, Epocal develops point-of-care blood diagnostic systems.