Datar Cancer Genetics signs US$ 250 million contract with Artemis DNA

New Delhi: Datar Cancer Genetics announced a US$ 250 million contract with Artemis DNA, a leading USA-based diagnostic laboratory company that provides proprietary Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) genetic testing and diagnostic laboratory services.

Under the 5-year exclusive agreement, Artemis DNA will provide Datar’s pioneering cancer detection Liquid Biopsies in the USA and Vietnam markets.

The deal covers two solutions from Datar’s cancer screening and diagnostic portfolio – Trucheck Pragma and Cancertrack. Trucheck Pragma is a non-invasive, blood-based screening test for Lung, Stomach, Colon, Pancreas, Prostate, Breast, and Ovarian cancers. Cancertrack is for the evaluation of response/resistance/recurrence during the management of cancer. The solutions will be presently offered as Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs) in the USA.

In addition, Artemis DNA will provide Datar with high-complexity CLIA certified, CAP-accredited testing facilities in Texas and California to enable the commercial launch of various cancer screening and diagnostic tests developed by Datar.

“We are extremely delighted to offer our highly accurate cancer detection technology for the benefit of patients in the USA and Vietnam in partnership with Artemis DNA. Their marketing strength and experience will enable a seamless roll-out of our innovative, game-changing, life-saving Liquid Biopsies,” commented Rajan Datar, Chairman of Datar Cancer Genetics. “We will continue to expand our offerings in the USA and European markets with high standards of accuracy and quality of service,” he added.

“We are so excited to be able to offer the ground-breaking technologies to patients in the USA and Vietnam,” commented  Emylee Thai, Founder and CEO of Artemis DNA. “Datar Cancer Genetics continues to innovate and push the boundaries on what people thought was impossible when it comes to cancer screening, diagnosis and management. Artemis DNA is proud to be part of the pioneers to help change the landscape of early screening and diagnosis, as well as management of cancer, which will improve and save lives.”