Court Orders Permanent Injunction Against NeoGenomics' Accused RaDaR Assay, as Case Enters New Phase

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) and genetic testing, today issued the following statement regarding its ongoing patent infringement litigation with NeoGenomics in response to inquiries:

On Sept. 23, 2024, the District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina entered a permanent injunction against NeoGenomics’ accused RaDaR assay, which was preliminarily enjoined in December 2023. Natera continues to prosecute its claim against a modified version of RaDaR for infringement of Natera’s ‘454 patent. Natera seeks full remedies, including injunctive relief, after the Patent Office denied NeoGenomics’ petition for ‘inter partes’ review challenging the validity of the ‘454 patent.

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Natera^TM is a global leader in cell-free DNA and genetic testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. We aim to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health, and inform earlier, more targeted interventions that help lead to longer, healthier lives. Natera’s tests are validated by more than 200 peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate high accuracy. Natera operates ISO 13485-certified and CAP-accredited laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) in Austin, Texas and San Carlos, California. For more information, visit www.natera.com.

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