Three-Year NHS Study Shows Blood Test Reduces Stage IV Cancer Diagnoses
The Galleri blood test demonstrated a four-fold increase in cancer detection rates and substantial reduction in stage IV cancer diagnoses in 142,000 participants.
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Bipartisan Bill Would Expand Medicaid Coverage for Pediatric Genomic Sequencing
A bipartisan House bill would require Medicaid to cover whole genome and exome sequencing for children with suspected rare diseases, aiming to improve diagnostic access and reduce costs, according to lawmakers and recent pilot programs.
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Helio Genomics Partners with LiverRight to Expand Access to Liver Cancer Detection
The collaboration integrates AI-driven blood testing with a nationwide hepatology specialist network to reduce diagnostic delays.
Qiagen Debuts Next-Gen Automated Nucleic Acid Purification Platform
The platform features enhanced speed and digital connectivity for liquid biopsy applications, with commercial release planned for mid-2026.
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New ‘Ultra-Mild’ Sequencing Method Addresses DNA Methylation Testing Limitations
UMBS-seq preserves DNA integrity while maintaining accuracy for cancer biomarker detection in liquid biopsies and tissue samples.
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FDA Proposes Reclassifying Oncology Nucleic Acid–Based Tests from Class III to Class II
The proposed order would shift these test systems to Class II with special controls, replacing the current PMA requirement for companion diagnostics and related oncology assays.
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Optical Genome Mapping Detects Hidden Genetic Causes of Pregnancy Loss
Two studies show the advanced technique can identify chromosomal abnormalities missed by traditional genetic testing methods.
Read MoreAI Diagnostic Applications Showcased at AMP 2025 Annual Meeting
Studies demonstrate artificial intelligence achieving 93% cancer diagnostic accuracy and enabling noninvasive tumor analysis through spinal fluid testing.
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SOPHiA GENETICS Partners With Element Biosciences to Integrate AI Analytics With NGS Systems
The collaboration combines SOPHiA’s DDM platform with Element’s AVITI sequencing systems to streamline genomic workflows for precision medicine research.
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Security Vulnerabilities Found in Portable DNA Sequencers
Researchers identify critical flaws in Oxford Nanopore devices that could expose or alter genetic data without detection.
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Countable Labs Adds RNA Module to PCR Platform for Direct RNA Quantification
The new module enables one-step reverse transcription and amplification, removing cDNA prep and supporting applications in translational research, cell and gene therapy manufacturing, and diagnostic development.
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Post-Hoc Analysis Shows Pharmacogenomic Testing Speeds Depression Treatment Response
The GeneSight test results led to faster initial remission and response in patients with major depressive disorder, with benefits persisting over six months.
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EazeBio Partners with UC Santa Cruz to Develop Instrument-Free Diagnostics
The collaboration will focus on creating a cortisol biosensor for stress and metabolic health testing using luminescent biosensors and AI-guided interpretation.
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FDA Grants Breakthrough Device Designation for Whole Genome and Exome Tests
The designation accelerates regulatory review for GeneDx’s ExomeDx and GenomeDx testing platforms designed to diagnose rare diseases.
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MyHeritage Upgrades Its Consumer DNA Tests to Whole Genome Sequencing
The upgrade leverages technology by Ultima Genomics and processing at the Gene by Gene lab.
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IDT Partners with Profluent Bio to Develop AI-Designed Enzymes
The collaboration combines Profluent’s generative AI platform with IDT’s enzyme engineering and genomics expertise to accelerate development of next-generation enzymes.
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Study Finds Racial Disparities in Provider-Initiated Exome Reanalysis
A decade-long study shows lower rates of provider-initiated reanalysis among Hispanic, Asian, and Black patients compared with White patients.
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Electronic Genome Mapping Platform Shows Promise for Structural Variant Detection
Multi-omics study reveals psychiatric comorbidities in bladder pain syndrome patients while demonstrating advantages in hematological malignancies and repeat expansion analysis.
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