As a global leader of in vitro diagnostics and infectious disease management, bioMérieux has always been driven by a groundbreaking and relentless commitment to improve public health, worldwide. Being a key player in the field of diagnosis of infectious diseases for more than 55 years, it was the logical next step for bioMérieux to begin the development of diagnostic tests for the detection of the COVID-19 disease.
What we are experiencing in the global health crisis underlines the crucial role diagnostics play in the healthcare landscape. Lab tests are essential for suitable patient care, as they provide the healthcare worker with crucial information to adapt their strategies and response, on a patient by patient basis. bioMérieux’s strategy to combat COVID-19 is centered around the completion of two diagnostic solutions, and a third test under development:
In a recent press release, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Mark Miller of bioMérieux, noted, “true to our commitment to public health we are making every effort to provide a comprehensive diagnostic approach that meets the highest performance and quality standards to help physicians mount an effective response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.”
PTC is proud to be working with bioMérieux, and would like to extend a sincere thank you for the continued work that is being done in the fight to defy COVID-19.
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