Co-Diagnostics Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CODX) announced the award of a new patent for its CoPrimer™ technology from South Korea's Intellectual Property Office. This adds to the company's growing portfolio of intellectual property, enhancing the protection of its molecular diagnostic tests. The CoPrimer technology underpins tests like the Logix Smart™ COVID-19 Test kit, which has sold millions globally since the pandemic's onset. Co-Diagnostics emphasizes the durability of its sales model and the significant demand from repeat customers.

Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (CODX) announced that its Logix Smart™ SARS-CoV-2 DS test has received regulatory authorization as an in vitro diagnostic (IVD) for COVID-19 detection in markets accepting CE markings. This test allows for direct saliva sampling, eliminating the need for RNA extraction, which can reduce costs and increase testing throughput. CEO Dwight Egan emphasized that this innovation could significantly aid in ongoing testing efforts, especially in areas lagging in vaccination rates. The CE marking facilitates immediate sales in the European Community and other global markets.

Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (Nasdaq-CM: CODX) will present virtually at the 28th International Biodetection Technologies Conference on June 18. The focus will be on point-of-care diagnostics to enhance global health and biodefense. The company's presentation at 12:30 pm ET will detail their rapid PCR testing platform aimed at normalizing daily activities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, Co-Diagnostics will showcase its products at the CARPHA Health Research Conference from June 16-19, focusing on health issues in the Caribbean region.

Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CODX) will release its first-quarter 2021 results on May 13, 2021, after the market close. A conference call and webcast will follow at 4:30 p.m. EDT on the same day, featuring CEO Dwight Egan and CFO Brian Brown. Investors can access the event on the company's website. Co-Diagnostics specializes in developing and marketing advanced molecular diagnostic tests using unique technology for detecting nucleic acid molecules, and provides licensing for specific tests across various industries.

Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CODX) announced its participation in a webinar on April 29, 2021, featuring Dr. Heather Fehling from Clinical Reference Lab. The event will discuss PCR testing for COVID-19, highlighting non-invasive saliva tests and new applications in response to emerging strains. Co-Diagnostics’ technology is used in CRL's saliva PCR test, which boasts high sensitivity and specificity, with results typically available in 24 hours. This initiative aims to enhance testing accessibility and application in various settings.

Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CODX) announced the successful use of its Logix Smart™ COVID-19 Test Kit by Australian researchers, with results published in the Journal of Medical Microbiology. The study showed analytical sensitivity of 1010 viral copies per ml, comparable to other tests used in Western Australia. The test performed well on clinical samples, demonstrating complete concordance with the comparison assay. CEO Dwight Egan emphasized the test's robustness and the company’s commitment to affordable molecular diagnostics in remote locations.

On March 31, 2021, Co-Diagnostics, Inc. CEO Dwight Egan discussed the company's FY2020 earnings on Yahoo! Finance, emphasizing the importance of at-home and point-of-care testing in achieving normalization post-COVID-19. He highlighted the development of a new platform aimed at quick and accurate COVID-19 testing, while emphasizing that continued testing will complement vaccine distribution. The company has established a global distributor network and is expanding its diagnostic product offerings, including liquid biopsy technology, to meet future demands.

Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CODX) reported strong financial results for Q4 and full year 2020, driven largely by its Logix Smart™ COVID-19 Test. Fourth-quarter revenue reached $27.1 million with a gross profit margin of 84.1%, leading to a net income of $12.8 million, compared to a loss of $1.7 million in Q4 2019. For the full year, revenue soared to $74.6 million, a significant increase from the previous year, with net income of $42.5 million. The company anticipates ongoing demand for COVID-19 testing in 2021 and has initiated development of new testing platforms.