Latest Medical Diagnostics News

Cleo Diagnostics has laid out a clear U.S. reimbursement pathway for its ovarian cancer test, leveraging an existing CPT code to enable early market entry and data collection ahead of FDA clearance.

Archer Materials progresses its Biosensor platform from alpha to beta prototype, targeting manufacturability and external validation with expanded diagnostic applications including lithium monitoring.

Pacific Edge launches a NZ$6 million retail share offer at NZ$0.17 per share following a NZ$25.4 million institutional placement, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet and support Medicare reimbursement efforts for its bladder cancer diagnostics.

Nexsen has secured a strategic partnership with GHK Hospital Limited in Hong Kong, marking a significant step in validating and commercialising its rapid point-of-care diagnostics across North Asia.

Pacific Edge is raising NZ$24 million to shore up its finances and support a crucial Medicare re-coverage bid following a steep revenue drop after losing Medicare reimbursement for its bladder cancer test. The company eyes a draft Medicare policy by September 2026 as a potential turning point.

Nexsen Limited teams with Universiti Malaya to launch a joint research facility aiming to develop a rapid biosensor detecting E. coli and Salmonella simultaneously, addressing a critical food safety gap in Southeast Asia.

Rhythm Biosciences marked a pivotal shift from development to commercial diagnostics in Q3 FY26, recording its first ColoSTAT® clinical sale and initiating NHS England evaluation while expanding geneType™ partnerships across Asia and Australia.

Nexsen Limited has cleared a major FDA regulatory hurdle for its StrepSure rapid Group B Streptococcus test, confirmed a clear 510(k) submission pathway, and secured over A$1.7 million in non-dilutive grants to expand clinical validation and market rollout in Asia-Pacific and neonatal diagnostics.

Lumos Diagnostics has secured a key FDA 510(k) clearance with CLIA waiver for its FebriDx rapid test, unlocking a US$1 billion-plus market opportunity and triggering milestone payments exceeding US$6 million. The company reported a 37% revenue jump in Q3 FY26, supported by a A$20 million placement and ongoing clinical and development projects.

Atomo Diagnostics has responded to ASX queries confirming it first held market-sensitive information after Lumos Diagnostics’ FDA CLIA waiver approval for FebriDx. The company defended its trading halt and capital raise timing, asserting full compliance with ASX Listing Rules.

Nexsen Limited (ASX:NXN) has completed its Stage 1 ISO 13485 audit, confirming its Quality Management System (QMS) supports clinical validation and regulatory submissions for its diagnostic products, including StrepSure®. The company is progressing toward full certification and alignment with MDSAP requirements to facilitate global market access.

Nexsen Limited's subsidiary has won a HK$6 million grant to accelerate clinical validation and manufacturing of its rapid Group B Streptococcus diagnostic in Hong Kong, positioning the city as a key Asia-Pacific hub.