Tools & Technology
The latest news on life science tools and technology 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.
Invitae Launches Ciitizen Genome Information Management Platform at JPM
The company believes the platform will expedite its longstanding goal of amassing genomic and other information from patients through their lifespan to fuel discoveries and improve care.
The UK company expects the pyrophosphorolysis-based technology to have cost and convenience advantages over sequencing-based assays.
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.