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Roche Launches Upgraded cobas Systems 2.0 to Revolutionize Molecular Diagnostics Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Roche has received CE certification for its enhanced cobas® 6800/8800 systems 2.0, introducing significant improvements in laboratory diagnostics. The upgrade streamlines operations by reducing downtime, consolidating test menus, and increasing throughput, supported by innovative TAGS technology that detects … Read the full press release

Roche Showcases Advancements in Alzheimer’s Diagnostics at CTAD 2024

(IN BRIEF) At the CTAD 2024 congress in Madrid, Roche presented new data on its Elecsys® Amyloid Plasma Panel and Elecsys ptau181, demonstrating their effectiveness in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease. The blood-based test showed a negative predictive value of 96.2% in … Read the full press release

Roche Secures CE Certification for Groundbreaking Companion Diagnostic Aiding Gastric Cancer Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Roche has announced the CE certification of its VENTANA CLDN18 (43-14A) RxDx Assay, marking a significant advancement in companion diagnostics for patients with gastric and gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma. This diagnostic tool enables clinicians to identify patients who … Read the full press release

Roche Completes Acquisition of LumiraDx’s Point of Care Technology, Enhancing Global Diagnostic Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Roche has completed the acquisition of LumiraDx’s Point of Care technology after receiving all necessary antitrust and regulatory clearances. This addition enhances Roche’s diagnostics portfolio with an advanced multi-assay platform that consolidates a wide range of tests, including … Read the full press release

Roche Launches Advanced Diagnostic Test for B-Cell Lymphoma Detection

(IN BRIEF) Roche has introduced the VENTANA® Kappa and Lambda Dual ISH mRNA Probe Cocktail assay, the first clinically approved in-situ hybridisation (ISH) test of its kind. Designed to enhance sensitivity in diagnosing B-cell lymphoma, the assay helps differentiate cancerous … Read the full press release

Roche and Amgen Collaborate on Breakthrough Lp(a) Test for Cardiovascular Disease Risk

(IN BRIEF) Roche Diagnostics has announced that its Tina-quant® lipoprotein Lp(a) RxDx assay has received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Developed in collaboration with Amgen, this innovative test aims to identify individuals at risk … Read the full press release

Roche Introduces Elecsys® HBeAg Quant Test for Accurate Hepatitis B Diagnosis and Monitoring

(IN BRIEF) Roche has unveiled Elecsys® HBeAg quant, a new immunoassay designed to detect the presence and quantity of the hepatitis B e antigen (HBeAg) in human serum and plasma. This diagnostic tool simplifies the process for both clinicians and … Read the full press release

Roche Launches HEV Infection Detection Tests to Support Global Disease Management

(IN BRIEF) Roche has introduced the Elecsys®Anti-HEV IgM and Elecsys Anti-HEV IgG immunoassays for detecting hepatitis E virus (HEV) infections in regions accepting the CE mark. These tests aim to assist clinicians in diagnosing the cause of patients’ symptoms, determining … Read the full press release

Roche’s Elecsys NfL Test for Multiple Sclerosis Earns Breakthrough Device Designation from FDA

(IN BRIEF) Roche, a leading healthcare company, has announced that its Elecsys Neurofilament Light Chain (NfL) test for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) has received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Elecsys NfL test is designed … Read the full press release

Roche and Eli Lilly join forces to improve Alzheimer’s diagnosis

(IN BRIEF) Roche has announced a collaboration with Eli Lilly to support the development of its Elecsys Amyloid Plasma Panel (EAPP) which is an innovative blood test that aims to facilitate the earlier diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. The EAPP test … Read the full press release