Innogenetics moves into human papillomavirus (HPV) diagnostics in line with its growth strategy
Human papillomavirus infection is strongly related to the development of cervical cancer. At present, women are screened preventively for sign of the disease or its onset by Pap smear testing. While the virus can occur in a variety of different related types, it has been demonstrated that genotypes 16 and 18 account for approximately 70% of cervical cancers. In addition, genotypes 6 and 11 are found in approximately 90% of genital warts. The link between particular HPV genotypes and medical conditions led to the development and recent approval of prophylactic HPV vaccines targeted at the above-mentioned HPV genotypes.
According to the company, the new HPV diagnostic test developed by Innogenetics encompasses the most important HPV genotypes, including the genotypes 6, 11, 16, and 18 that are present in the recently approved and most advanced prophylactic vaccines. The INNO-LiPA HPV Genotyping CE test shall provide an important complement to Pap smear testing, and current DNA-based HPV screening tests. Furthermore, the test shall prove useful in the selection of individuals eligible for preventive HPV vaccination, and their follow-up. Formal CE-marking of the INNO-LiPA HPV Genotyping CE is expected before the end of October.
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Diagnostics is at the heart of modern medicine and forms a crucial interface between research and patient care in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. It not only enables early detection and monitoring of disease, but also plays a central role in individualized medicine by enabling targeted therapies based on an individual's genetic and molecular signature.
Topic world Diagnostics
Diagnostics is at the heart of modern medicine and forms a crucial interface between research and patient care in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. It not only enables early detection and monitoring of disease, but also plays a central role in individualized medicine by enabling targeted therapies based on an individual's genetic and molecular signature.