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Oncocyte Corporation develops molecular diagnostic technologies focused on solid organ transplant monitoring and oncology. Company news centers on its blood-based transplant rejection assays, including GraftAssure research-use-only kits, VitaGraft clinical monitoring tests, and the GraftAssureCore lab-developed test, along with reimbursement updates, clinical publications, and development of regulated kitted products for transplant centers.
Updates also cover quarterly results, pharma services activity from its laboratory operations, strategic relationships such as Bio-Rad, capital actions, investor conference participation, and oncology assays such as DetermaIO and DetermaCNI.
Oncocyte Corporation (Nasdaq: OCX) will host a key opinion leader (KOL) call on April 19, 2021, focusing on novel biomarkers for immune checkpoint inhibitor responders. The event features experts from UC Davis discussing the efficacy and limitations of current biomarkers, including PD-L1 and tumor mutational burden (TMB). New data on DetermaIO™, a 27-gene test, will highlight its strong performance in identifying bladder cancer patients suitable for atezolizumab treatment. This expands the potential pan-cancer application of DetermaIO™ beyond its previous data in non-small cell lung cancer and triple-negative breast cancer.
Oncocyte Corporation (Nasdaq: OCX) presented promising data at the AACR Annual Meeting 2021 regarding its DetermaIO test, showcasing a significant correlation with two-year overall survival rates in metastatic bladder cancer patients treated with atezolizumab. The test identified immunotherapy-responsive patients that were overlooked by existing biomarkers. With potential applications across various solid tumors, DetermaIO is poised to enter the $3 billion U.S. immuno-oncology diagnostic market. A webinar on these findings is scheduled for April 19, 2021.
Oncocyte Corporation (Nasdaq: OCX) announced its participation in the 20th Annual Needham Virtual Healthcare Conference on April 14, 2021, at 10:15 am EDT. The event will feature a fireside chat where management will discuss the company's advancements in molecular diagnostics aimed at improving cancer care. A live webcast of the presentation will be accessible via their website, and a replay will be available afterward. Oncocyte is focused on developing proprietary tests like DetermaRx and DetermaIO to enhance cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Oncocyte Corporation (NASDAQ: OCX) reported significant growth in DetermaRx diagnostics, with a 36% increase in sample volume and 58% revenue growth in Q4 2020 compared to Q3 2020. The company is on track to launch DetermaIO™ in 2021, crucial for immune therapy selection. Data to support this will be presented at the 2021 AACR Annual Meeting. A strengthened balance sheet, aided by recent equity offerings totaling $69 million, supports its expanding product portfolio. However, the company also reported a net loss of $6.3 million for Q4 2020.
Oncocyte Corporation (Nasdaq: OCX) announced results from a study validating its DetermaIO™ immuno-oncology algorithm, indicating it can predict patient response to immunotherapies across various cancer types by analyzing the tumor microenvironment (TME). The algorithm demonstrated a 92% agreement rate from patient samples and could distinguish between responding and non-responding tumors in lung cancer cases. This novel approach may fulfill the unmet need for more accurate predictive biomarkers compared to standard PD-L1 testing, offering potential benefits for both clinical use and pharmaceutical partnerships.
Oncocyte Corporation (NASDAQ: OCX) announced promising results from studies on its DetermaIO test, indicating its effectiveness in predicting responses to immune checkpoint inhibitors in metastatic bladder cancer, alongside previous findings in lung and breast cancers. The studies will be presented at the AACR Annual Meeting 2021, showcasing potential clinical applications in a projected $3 billion market by 2026. Oncocyte plans a KOL webinar on April 19, 2021 to discuss these findings further, emphasizing DetermaIO's role as a potential pan-cancer biomarker.
Oncocyte Corporation (NASDAQ: OCX) has established a Medical Advisory Board (MAB) to advance its portfolio of diagnostic tests for cancer. The MAB, led by Dr. David Gandara, includes experts from renowned institutions and focuses on clinical studies for tests like DetermaRx™ and DetermaIO™. These tests aim to improve cancer treatment decisions and patient outcomes. The company plans the launch of DetermaTx™, further enhancing its offerings in blood-based monitoring. Oncocyte is committed to utilizing its proprietary tests to drive revenue growth and enhance cancer care.
Oncocyte Corporation has signed a significant agreement with MultiPlan, allowing access to its DetermaRx™ test for lung cancer patients across MultiPlan’s networks, covering over 60 million lives. This partnership enhances the availability of DetermaRx™, which identifies early-stage non-squamous NSCLC patients eligible for adjuvant chemotherapy, potentially improving survival rates. The collaboration is expected to increase treatment access, aligning pricing with CMS standards, thus broadening market reach.
Oncocyte Corporation (NYSE American: OCX) will report its financial and operating results for Q4 and the year ended December 31, 2020, on March 16, 2021, after U.S. markets close. A conference call will follow at 4:30 PM ET to discuss the results and recent developments. The company is focused on cancer diagnostics, having launched tests like DetermaRx and DetermaIO, with plans to introduce DetermaTx in H2 2021. They are pursuing the acquisition of Chronix Biomedical and aim to enhance revenue through their pharmaceutical services.
Oncocyte Corporation (NYSE American: OCX) has officially become the sole shareholder of Razor Genomics after completing a second investment. This acquisition allows Oncocyte to fully own Razor's treatment stratification test, DetermaRx, which is crucial for early-stage lung cancer treatment decisions. To finalize this transaction, Oncocyte paid $10 million in cash and issued 982,318 shares valued at $5 million. The CEO highlighted this acquisition as a significant milestone that enhances Oncocyte’s operational capabilities and market presence in the oncological diagnostics sector.