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Exact Sciences Corp (NASDAQ: EXAS) is frequently in the news as a leading provider of cancer screening and diagnostic tests. Company announcements highlight developments across stool-based colorectal cancer screening, multi-cancer early detection, liver cancer surveillance, and precision oncology genomics. News coverage often reflects new clinical data, product launches, collaborations, and corporate transactions that shape the company’s role in cancer diagnostics.
Investors and clinicians following EXAS news can expect updates on the performance and adoption of the Cologuard and Cologuard Plus colorectal cancer screening tests, including real‑world adherence data and modeling studies that examine benefit‑to‑burden trade‑offs. Exact Sciences also reports on progress with its Cancerguard multi‑cancer early detection blood test, including study results from large prospective trials designed to support broader clinical use.
Another recurring theme in Exact Sciences news is the expansion of its precision oncology and surveillance portfolio. Releases describe pivotal and prospective studies of the Oncoguard Liver blood test for hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance, the Oncodetect molecular residual disease test in high‑risk breast cancer and other solid tumors, and the OncoExTra comprehensive genomic profiling assay for advanced cancers. These updates often come from major scientific meetings and include details on sensitivity, specificity, and prognostic performance.
Corporate and financial news items for EXAS include quarterly earnings releases, updated revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance, participation in investor conferences, and strategic agreements such as the collaboration and license arrangement with Freenome for blood‑based colorectal cancer screening tests. A notable development disclosed in both press releases and SEC filings is the definitive agreement under which Abbott Laboratories plans to acquire Exact Sciences, subject to stockholder and regulatory approvals and other customary conditions.
This news page aggregates such announcements, offering a single place to review Exact Sciences’ latest clinical, product, financial, and transaction-related updates over time.
Exact Sciences (NASDAQ: EXAS) has secured exclusive U.S. rights to Freenome's blood-based colorectal cancer (CRC) screening tests in a significant licensing deal. The agreement includes both current and future versions of the tests, with Freenome recently completing its FDA premarket approval application submission.
The first-version test demonstrated 81% sensitivity for CRC and 14% for advanced precancerous lesions (APL) at 90% specificity in the PREEMPT study. The deal involves $75 million in upfront cash and up to $700 million in milestone payments, plus potential royalties up to 10%. Exact Sciences is also committing $20 million annually for three years in joint R&D and will purchase a $50 million convertible note from Freenome.
Exact Sciences (NASDAQ:EXAS) reported strong Q2 2025 results with record revenue of $811 million, up 16% year-over-year. The company's Screening segment generated $628 million (18% growth) while Precision Oncology contributed $183 million (9% growth).
Key developments include an exclusive license agreement with Freenome for blood-based colorectal cancer screening tests, Medicare coverage for Oncodetect™, and a productivity plan targeting $150 million in annual savings by 2026. The company raised its full-year 2025 guidance, increasing revenue midpoint by $55 million to $3.13-3.17 billion and adjusted EBITDA midpoint by $25 million to $455-475 million.
Financial highlights include improved adjusted EBITDA of $138 million (26% increase), reduced net loss to $1 million, and strong cash position of $858 million.
Exact Sciences (NASDAQ: EXAS) has expanded its partnership with Humana to provide broader access to colorectal cancer screening through Cologuard Plus™. Starting August 2025, the non-invasive screening test will be available as an in-network service for eligible Humana Medicare Advantage members across the nation.
The partnership targets Humana's 5.8 million Medicare Advantage members, making Cologuard Plus™ more accessible for at-home colorectal cancer screening. The test, which launched in March 2025, has secured FDA approval, Medicare coverage, and inclusion in U.S. Preventive Services Task Force guidelines.
Exact Sciences (NASDAQ: EXAS), a leader in cancer screening and diagnostic tests, has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release for August 6, 2025, after U.S. market close. Management will host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 PM ET on the same day to discuss the company's financial performance and business developments.
The webcast will be accessible through the company's website, with dial-in options available for both domestic (888-330-2384) and international (+1 240-789-2701) participants using access code 4437608. A replay will be made available on the company's website following the live event.
Exact Sciences (NASDAQ:EXAS) has secured Medicare coverage for its Oncodetect™ molecular residual disease (MRD) test through CMS's MolDX program. The coverage applies to patients with stage II, III, and resectable stage IV colorectal cancer for a five-year period.
The Oncodetect test can track up to 200 ctDNA variants and detect cancer recurrence up to two years earlier than imaging alone. The test's effectiveness is supported by clinical validation studies, including Beta-CORRECT and Alpha-CORRECT trials. This Medicare coverage decision impacts over three million Americans eligible for MRD testing across multiple solid tumors.
Exact Sciences (NASDAQ: EXAS), a leading cancer screening and diagnostic tests provider, has announced its participation in the upcoming William Blair 45th Annual Growth Stock Conference in Chicago. The company's management will deliver a presentation on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 9:40 a.m. ET. Investors can access the webcast through the investor relations section of Exact Sciences' website.
The Oncodetect™ molecular residual disease (MRD) test shows promising results from the Beta-CORRECT study for stage II-IV colorectal cancer patients. A partnership with Flatiron Health continues enrollment for evaluating MRD testing across multiple solid tumors.
Their multi-cancer early detection (MCED) research reveals potential to reduce late-stage cancer incidence by >40% and mortality by up to 18% in high-risk groups. The company plans to launch Cancerguard™ EX, their MCED lab-developed test, in H2 2025.
The presentation will also feature new data on the Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score® test and Cologuard® test, reinforcing their role in cancer screening and treatment decisions. The Falcon registry study will track 25,000 participants against 50,000 standard-care patients to assess MCED test outcomes.
Exact Sciences (NASDAQ: EXAS), a leading provider of cancer screening and diagnostic tests, has announced its upcoming participation in the BofA Securities Health Care Conference in Las Vegas. Company management will engage in a fireside chat scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 1:40 p.m. ET (10:40 a.m. PT). Investors can access the webcast through the investor relations section of Exact Sciences' website at www.exactsciences.com.