IDEXX Innovative Diagnostic and Software Solutions Provide Workflow Efficiency and Faster, More Confident Clinical Decisions

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IDEXX Laboratories (NASDAQ: IDXX) announced enhancements to its products and services aimed at improving veterinary practices' efficiency amidst rising patient volumes. Key enhancements include clinical decision support for the IDEXX 4Dx® Plus Test, improvements to the VetConnect® PLUS Mobile App, advanced software for the SediVue Dx® Urine Sediment Analyzer, and a new Catalyst® SDMA Test to streamline workflows. These innovations are designed to aid veterinarians in making quicker, confident clinical decisions, reflecting IDEXX's commitment to supporting the growing demands of veterinary professionals.

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• Enhanced IDEXX 4Dx® Plus Test with clinical decision support for faster results.
• Improved VetConnect® PLUS Mobile App for streamlined information access.
• Updated SediVue Dx® Urine Sediment Analyzer with increased bacteria sensitivity.
• New Catalyst® SDMA Test for efficient workflow in kidney function assessment.

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WESTBROOK, Maine, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a global leader in pet healthcare innovation, announced today a series of product and service enhancements that enable veterinary practices to be more efficient, while managing increasing patient volumes. The enhancements provide deeper, actionable insights and personalized support to facilitate faster, more confident clinical decisions.

Veterinary professionals are more time challenged than ever. People spending more time at home throughout 2020 led to a surge in pet adoptions and a strengthening of the human-animal bond. Today's pet parents are paying more attention to the health of their pets, further increasing practice caseloads. These factors combined with the added rigor of pandemic protocols have intensified the busy schedules of today's veterinary professionals.

Understanding these current challenges, IDEXX demonstrates its continued support for the industry through the following product enhancements that help veterinarians to save time, while enhancing the lives of pets:

• IDEXX 4Dx® Plus Test now features clinical decision support to help veterinarians interpret reference laboratory or in-house results faster. Following a positive result, clinical decision support on VetConnect® PLUS provides follow-up considerations, along with patient-specific interpretive assistance, to help veterinarians identify evidence of active infection and determine next steps more quickly. In addition, enhancements to the SNAP 4Dx® Plus Test are planned in the first half of the year, including increased sensitivity for Anaplasma and extended room temperature storage that will help staff to save time.
• VetConnect® PLUS Mobile App was recently enhanced to provide on-the-go veterinary professionals all the patient information they need in the palm of their hand—faster than ever. Updates include streamlined case management, easier-to-read reports, and more intuitive navigation—all available in multiple languages—allowing veterinarians to spend less time looking for information and more time with patients.
• SediVue Dx® Urine Sediment Analyzer now features Neural Network 6.0—the latest release of the analyzer's advanced algorithmic software powered by 800 million urine sediment images. This release increases bacteria sensitivity, helping veterinarians determine the presence of a urinary tract infection faster. Additionally, new interpretative comments will be available early this spring, delivering clinical insights and support to help veterinarians move onto next steps with more confidence.
• New Catalyst® SDMA Test, the early indicator for a decline in kidney function, features a new innovative technology that brings reagents onboard the slide, allowing it to be run more efficiently as part of routine chemistry profiles. Available starting mid-year, this enhancement will save time for busy practices by removing steps and simplifying workflows, facilitating faster delivery of results.

"At IDEXX, we are committed to creating clarity for veterinarians as they manage the increasing demands on their services," said Jay Mazelsky, IDEXX President and Chief Executive Officer. "Inspired by customer needs and delivered through innovation, these enhancements enable efficiency in the practice and support veterinarians with actionable insights that lead to more confident clinical decisions."

For more information on IDEXX's product and services, visit idexx.com.

About IDEXX
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. is a member of the S&P 500® Index and is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, offering diagnostic and software products and services that deliver solutions and insights to practicing veterinarians around the world. IDEXX products enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency, and build more economically successful practices. IDEXX is also a worldwide leader in providing diagnostic tests and information for livestock and poultry, tests for the quality and safety of water and milk, and point-of-care and laboratory diagnostics for human medicine. Headquartered in Maine, IDEXX employs approximately 9,800 people and offers products to customers in over 175 countries. For media inquiries, please get in touch at media@idexx.com.

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FAQ

What are the new product enhancements announced by IDEXX on January 13, 2022?

IDEXX announced enhancements including clinical decision support for the 4Dx® Plus Test, improvements to the VetConnect® PLUS Mobile App, an upgraded SediVue Dx® Urine Sediment Analyzer, and a new Catalyst® SDMA Test.

How will IDEXX's enhancements support veterinary practices?

These enhancements aim to improve efficiency by providing quick access to patient information, streamlining workflows, and enabling faster, more confident clinical decisions.

What is the significance of the IDEXX 4Dx® Plus Test enhancement?

The enhancement includes clinical decision support that helps veterinarians interpret results quickly and identify next steps more efficiently.

When will the new Catalyst® SDMA Test be available?

The new Catalyst® SDMA Test is expected to be available starting mid-year 2022.