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Myriad Genetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MYGN) generates frequent news as a molecular diagnostic testing and precision medicine company. Its announcements often cover financial results, clinical research, product updates, and collaborations that shape how genetic and genomic testing is used in oncology, women’s health, and mental health care.
Investors and clinicians following MYGN news will see regular earnings releases and financial guidance updates, which the company also furnishes on Form 8-K. These updates describe trends in hereditary cancer testing, tumor profiling, prenatal screening, and pharmacogenomics, along with commentary on business performance and strategic priorities.
Scientific and medical conference activity is another major source of news. Myriad Genetics frequently reports new data on tests such as the MyRisk Hereditary Cancer Test, Precise MRD, FirstGene Multiple Prenatal Screen, Prequel Prenatal Screen, Foresight Carrier Screen, and the GeneSight Psychotropic test. Company communications highlight abstracts and posters at meetings like the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium and the National Society of Genetic Counselors Annual Conference.
News items also describe collaborations with partners including SOPHiA GENETICS, Clairity, and MagView, focused on areas such as liquid biopsy companion diagnostics and integrated breast cancer risk assessment platforms. Updates on leadership changes, credit facilities, and conference presentations at investor healthcare events are also part of the MYGN news flow.
This page provides a centralized view of these developments so readers can review Myriad Genetics’ latest financial disclosures, research milestones, product enhancements, and partnership announcements in one place.
Myriad Genetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MYGN) will present at the 41st Annual NSGC meeting from Nov. 16-19, 2022, focusing on expanding access to genetic insights for prenatal and hereditary cancer. CEO Paul J. Diaz emphasizes collaboration with genetic counselors to enhance accessibility and affordability. The company will host a CEU symposium and promote its products, including MyRisk™ with RiskScore and Prequel®. Additionally, Myriad plans to livestream key discussions on health equity and precision medicine.
Myriad Genetics (MYGN) announced the launch of UroSuite, a suite of genetic tests for prostate cancer care. This comprehensive solution offers multiple tests including Prolaris and MyRisk, allowing healthcare providers to personalize treatment effectively. The platform also features a Precise Treatment Registry, aiming to enhance the accessibility of genetic insights. Myriad is focused on addressing educational gaps in genetic testing adoption, providing clinicians with tools for streamlined reporting and patient management. The company aims to improve patient outcomes in precision medicine.
Myriad Genetics (NASDAQ: MYGN) announced a new study published in JCO Precision Oncology, which developed a breast cancer polygenic risk score (PRS) for women of all ancestries. This innovative PRS methodology enhances risk assessment accuracy using genetic ancestry markers, providing a tailored risk evaluation that incorporates both genetic and clinical variables. The MyRisk™ Hereditary Cancer Test has already integrated this advancement, improving access to genetic testing and aiming to reduce healthcare disparities for breast cancer risk.
Myriad Genetics has acquired Gateway Genomics for $67.5 million, enhancing its Women's Health portfolio. This acquisition incorporates the popular SneakPeek Early Gender DNA Test, which reveals a baby's gender as early as 6 weeks into pregnancy with 99% accuracy. The move aims to broaden access to personalized genetic tests, serving a market of approximately 3.6 million annual births in the U.S. SneakPeek is projected to grow at a rate above 20% in the next few years. The deal is expected to be neutral to Myriad's earnings in 2023 and accretive in 2024.
Myriad Genetics (MYGN) reported third-quarter 2022 revenue of $156.4 million, down 2% year-over-year, impacted by currency translations and a non-recurring milestone payment. Testing volumes, excluding divested businesses, rose 12% year-over-year, with significant growth in GeneSight tests (34%) and hereditary cancer testing (4%). The company announced the acquisition of Gateway Genomics for $67.5 million, expected to enhance future growth. Updated guidance reflects a revenue estimate of $668 - $672 million and a higher EPS loss forecast of $(1.35) - $(1.30).
Myriad Genetics (NASDAQ: MYGN) has elected Paul M. Bisaro to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Bisaro brings extensive experience from his 27-year career in the pharmaceutical industry, including roles as executive chairman of Amneal Pharmaceuticals and CEO of Impax Laboratories. His expertise is seen as pivotal for shaping Myriad's future and enhancing shareholder value. Louise Phanstiel, Chair of the Board, emphasized the significance of Bisaro's appointment during this transformative period for the company.
Myriad Genetics (NASDAQ: MYGN) will hold its third-quarter earnings conference call on Nov. 1, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. ET. Earnings will be released prior to market opening that day. Key executives, including CEO Paul J. Diaz and CFO R. Bryan Riggsbee, will discuss business performance for the period ending Sept. 30, 2022. Domestic callers can reach the event at 1-800-954-0689, while international callers may dial 1-212-231-2937. A live webcast will be available at www.myriad.com. Myriad specializes in genetic tests to improve patient care and reduce healthcare costs.
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Myriad Genetics (NASDAQ: MYGN) announced that the EndoPredict test has been clinically validated to identify premenopausal women with ER+, HER2- breast cancer who can safely avoid adjuvant chemotherapy. Published in Clinical Cancer Research, the study involved 385 tumor samples and showed that 97% of low-risk patients achieved distant recurrence-free survival (DRFS) compared to 76% in high-risk patients. Additionally, 19% of node-positive women with low-risk scores achieved 100% DRFS, affirming the test's efficacy in personalizing treatment plans.
Myriad Genetics announced that Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has expanded coverage for its BRACAnalysis Diagnostic System to identify patients with germline BRCA-mutated and HER2-negative high-risk recurrent breast cancer. This coverage enables more patients in Japan to access BRCA1/2 testing, enhancing treatment decisions. The BRACAnalysis test is instrumental in guiding treatment options based on Phase III trial data demonstrating significant improvements in invasive disease-free survival for patients using Lynparza.