- Company receives second patent (US Patent No. 8,883,414) for FHACT®
- FHACT® has potential to improve cervical cancer detection for up to 2 million women in the US each year.
RUTHERFORD, N.J., Nov. 11, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cancer Genetics Inc, an emerging leader in DNA-based cancer diagnostics, announced today that it has received a second US patent covering its proprietary FISH-based HPV-Associated Cancer Test (FHACT®) for cervical cancer detection in patients.
FHACT® is designed to assess change across four biomarkers indicating HPV-associated pre-cancers and cancers. Critically, FHACT® can help prevent unnecessary colposcopies and cervical biopsies, reducing costs and complications associated with these invasive procedures.
"We are pleased to have received a second patent covering our proprietary FHACT® test. Having two patents for FHACT® further strengthens our position in this important and underserved category, and highlights the test's unique ability to revolutionize cervical cancer detection," said Panna Sharma, CEO of Cancer Genetics Inc.
On October 21, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) granted CGI a product design patent for the test's unique 4-probe combination. The additional patent granted today, November 11, covers the test's use on clinical patient samples, including cervical tissue specimen, remnant Pap-smear fluid, or liquid based cytology. The company believes that receiving patent protection for both the FHACT® test design and for its clinical application on patient samples underscores the novelty of the test, and sets a new standard in the field of cervical cancer diagnostics.
FHACT was recently reviewed in Informa Healthcare's Expert Reviews by Dr. Jane Houldsworth. The review can be found in volume 14, number 8 of Expert Reviews, and is accessible online at informahealthcare.com.
To learn more about FHACT®, please visit http://www.cgifhact.com.
About Cancer Genetics, Inc.
Cancer Genetics Inc. is an emerging leader in DNA-based cancer diagnostics, servicing some of the most prestigious medical institutions in the world. Our tests target cancers that are difficult to diagnose and predict treatment outcomes. These cancers include hematological, urogenital and HPV-associated cancers. We also offer a comprehensive range of non-proprietary oncology-focused tests and laboratory services that provide critical genomic information to healthcare professionals, as well as biopharma and biotech companies. Our state-of-the-art reference labs are focused entirely on maintaining clinical excellence and are both CLIA certified and CAP accredited and have licensure from several states including New York State.
We have established strong research collaborations with major cancer centers such as Memorial Sloan-Kettering, The Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic and the National Cancer Institute.
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