March 28, 2007

eGene Inc has developed a DNA testing system that detects bird flu quicker and cheaper than tests currently on the market.

Genetic Analyses performed in most labs use a slab-gel electrophoresis system, which can be labor-intensive and time-consuming. eGene has a proprietary software that can do the analysis in a fraction of the time.

The HAD-GT12 System has a patented multiplex fluorescence detection design with inexpensive solid-state light sources and micro-optical collectors, making the system compact and affordable. It can test 12 samples in 7-10 minutes, and 96 samples in 1.3 hours.

The company plans to launch a complete solution for bird flu screening by teaming with Veredus Labs of Singapore for AIV-H5N1 PCR Kit, using the HDA-GT12 System.