IN BRIEF: Novacyt launches two new PCR tests amid lateral flow delays

Novacyt SA - Surrey-based biotechnology group focused on clinical diagnostics - Launches two new ...

Alliance News 1 October, 2021 | 6:28AM
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Novacyt SA - Surrey-based biotechnology group focused on clinical diagnostics - Launches two new CE marked PCR tests. One test, Winterplex, can diagnose Covid-19, types of influenza and respiratory syncytial virus, which can cause infections of the respiratory tract. Another test, named Escapeplex, can diagnose four Covid-19 variants. However, company notes an already announced delay to its PathFlow lateral flow test is down to increased demand for self-test approvals, leading to regulatory backlog. "The notified body has communicated a delay of up to six months, therefore, the company is also evaluating other approved options for a Covid-19 self-LFT," Novacyt says.

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By Eric Cunha; ericcunha@alliancenews.com

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