MOBIDIAG
22.4.2020 06:02:09 CEST | Business Wire | Press release
Mobidiag Ltd., a revenue generating, molecular diagnostics company with complementary platforms that address antimicrobial resistance and other areas of unmet diagnostic need, today announces that it has received emergency use authorization in Finland for its Novodiag® COVID-19 molecular diagnostic test for the rapid and fully automated detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19). The Novodiag® COVID-19 is now available for use in Finland*. The process for obtaining emergency use authorization is now ongoing in Sweden, UK and France.
The Novodiag® COVID-19 assay allows qualitative determination of SARS-CoV-2 (orf1ab and N genes) directly from nasopharyngeal swabs. The test will operate using the Novodiag® rapid ‘sample-in, result-out’ system, allowing the fully automated detection of novel coronavirus in approximately 1 hour. In addition, Novodiag® has a closed system which ensures the protection of laboratory staff and healthcare professionals from possible contamination. The user-friendly nature of the system means that the Novodiag® system can also be used in high risk and hard to reach areas without the need for highly trained personnel.
This new test complements the emergency use test, Amplidiag® COVID-19 *, which is suitable for high-throughput screening, launched on 14 April 2020 . This test is now available in Finland and routinely used in the main Finnish clinical laboratories as well as in France where it has been validated by the National Center of Reference – Institut Pasteur.
Due to the high demand for diagnostic devices and tests globally, Mobidiag has ensured that its supply chain and manufacturing capabilities are robust and able to support its customers. This includes for example the sourcing and acquisition of various consumables to cover the complete workflow from sample collection to the results (e.g. inhouse production of enzymes, the development of our proprietary mNAT™ sample buffer and collection tubes).
Tuomas Tenkanen, CEO of Mobidiag, said, “The coronavirus pandemic is a global challenge that needs all parts of industry to respond with innovative solutions for multiple settings. Early detection of COVID-19 infections is critical in supporting clinical decisions to efficiently manage epidemiological and infection control measures to isolate patients in a timely manner and to globally improve patient care. At Mobidiag, we have harnessed our existing technologies and expertise, including supply chain management and manufacturing, to rapidly develop and supply two coronavirus diagnostics tests, providing clinicians solutions suited to their own laboratory capacities. We are pleased that from today we are able to offer Novodiag® COVID-19 which can be used in smaller units without the need for highly trained personnel and Amplidiag® COVID-19 which can be used in larger laboratories for high-throughput testing”.
* Amplidiag® COVID-19 is now available in Finland and France as an emergency use test. Novodiag® COVID-19 is available in Finland only at this time. Please note that Mobidiag tests are not home testing kits. They are only available for healthcare professionals, and not for patients directly. Please follow the recommended processes and guidance for your location if you believe you could be infected by SARS-CoV-2.
Notes to editors
About Mobidiag Ltd
Mobidiag is a commercial stage, fast growing molecular diagnostics company whose fast, cost-effective, widely applicable and robust technology makes the power of molecular diagnostics available to address the spread of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by rapid detection of pathogens and their potential resistance to antibiotics. Through its Amplidiag® and Novodiag® solutions, Mobidiag offers a comprehensive range of molecular diagnostic solutions for the detection of infectious diseases to laboratories of all sizes.
Mobidiag is headquartered in Espoo, Finland, with subsidiaries in France, UK and Sweden. To learn more, visit www.mobidiag.com
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200421005945/en/
Link:
Social Media:
About Business Wire
Subscribe to releases from Business Wire
Subscribe to all the latest releases from Business Wire by registering your e-mail address below. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Latest releases from Business Wire
Pokémon Trading Card Game has premiered at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building!25.3.2026 11:00:00 CET | Press release
Nashiko Momotsuki, Gorgeous, Tosa Brothers, and Pikachu led the countdown with 5,000 visitors In its efforts to promote nighttime tourism, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is developing new attractions that illuminate the capital after dark. As part of this initiative, projection mapping is being presented year-round on the iconic Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1, transforming its façade into a canvas of light and sound. We are pleased to announce the launch of a new projection mapping show inspired by the globally beloved Pokémon Trading Card Game, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. “Pokémon Trading Card Game: TOKYO LUMINOUS NIGHT” has been launched on Friday, March 20 (national holiday). On opening day, a special event was held featuring Nashiko Momotsuki, Gorgeous, Tosa Brothers, and Pikachu as special guests. Together with the 5,000 visitors gathered at the venue, they led the countdown to the first screening. This press release features multimedia. View
Clarity AI Partners with RiskThinking.ai to Deliver Market-Leading Physical Risk and Asset-Level Intelligence25.3.2026 10:00:00 CET | Press release
Clarity AI, the leading global technology platform for extra-financial intelligence, today announced a strategic partnership with RiskThinking.ai, the trusted provider of asset-level physical climate risk modelling. This collaboration integrates RiskThinking.ai’s granular asset-level data and advanced physical risk modeling into Clarity AI’s award-winning platform, insights, and native AI capabilities, providing financial institutions and corporations with unprecedented "bottom-up" transparency into climate vulnerability, hazards, and nature and biodiversity impact. With visibility into over 3 million individual assets across a universe of 15,000 ultimate parent companies, firms can now move seamlessly from broad disclosures to precise, actionable insights while meeting the rising demand for transparency and technical auditability. RiskThinking.ai’s capabilities are powered by its Climate Digital Twin™ platform, which runs full hydrologic model simulations across every climate scenario
Agileo Automation Launches Agil'EDA to Accelerate SEMI EDA Adoption for Semiconductor Equipment OEMs25.3.2026 07:00:00 CET | Press release
High-performance connectivity software delivers structured, high-volume equipment data required by tier-one fabs and advanced packaging facilities ahead of expected mid-2026 SEMI standards update Agileo Automation, a leading global provider of control and connectivity solutions for semiconductor manufacturing, today unveils Agil'EDA, a new software implementing Equipment Data Acquisition (EDA/Interface A). This solution enables semiconductor equipment manufacturers to meet the evolving high-performance connectivity requirements of tier-one fabs and advanced packaging facilities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260323881880/en/ Agileo Automation unveils Agil'EDA, a new software solution implementing Equipment Data Acquisition (EDA), a set of SEMI standards also known as Interface A, to enable semiconductor equipment manufacturers to meet the evolving high-performance connectivity requirements of tier-one fabs a
RSA Announces Expanded Partnership with Microsoft, Enhances Leadership in Passwordless Identity Security24.3.2026 17:00:00 CET | Press release
Innovative partnership ushers in new era of secure, AI-powered workforce authentication RSA today announced expanded support for the new Microsoft 365 E7: The Frontier Suite solution at RSAC Conference 2026. This new support joins additional passwordless capabilities that provide organizations with enhanced security, seamless experience, and resilient operations as they embrace the future of AI-driven productivity. By integrating RSA® ID Plus for Microsoft with Microsoft 365 E7, enterprises can ensure trusted authentication for both human users and AI agents, while safeguarding sensitive data and privileged operations across hybrid, cloud, and on-premises environments. This deployment follows RSA joining the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), launching RSA Advisor for Admin Threats in Microsoft Security Copilot, and deploying RSA ID Plus Admin Logs Connector, further strengthening the ongoing collaboration between RSA and Microsoft. “The rise of AI agents in the enterpr
Lexon × Jeff Koons Unveil the Chromatic Collection: a Colorful New Chapter for the Acclaimed Balloon Dog Lamp and Balloon Dog Speaker24.3.2026 15:10:00 CET | Press release
Eight new models introduce vibrant color variations, expanding the collection’s appeal to new and existing collectors alike. Following the success of its 2025 inaugural edition, the Lexon × Jeff Koons collaboration enters a bold new era with the launch of the Chromatic Collection—a colorful evolution of its Balloon Dog Lamp and Balloon Dog Speaker. Pre-orders will be available starting March 24, 2026, exclusively on lexon-design.com as part of a time-limited edition. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260324498068/en/ Lexon x Jeff Koons — new Chromatic Collection Retaining the signature translucent body that reveals the technology within, the Chromatic Collection introduces eight models: Balloon Dog Lamps in Gold, Blue, Red, and Platinum, and Balloon Dog Speakers in Gold, Blue, Red, and White, reinforcing the collectible nature of the series, offering new audiences an entry point while giving existing collectors
In our pressroom you can read all our latest releases, find our press contacts, images, documents and other relevant information about us.
Visit our pressroom