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TwinStrand Biosciences Announces Final Judgment in Patent Infringement Suit Against Guardant Health, Awarding TwinStrand and the University of Washington More Than $245.2 Million in Damages, Accrued Royalties and Interest

Key Takeaway: TwinStrand Biosciences announced a favorable final judgment from the U.S. District Court in a patent infringement case against Guardant Health. The court awarded TwinStrand and the University of Washington over $245.2 million in damages, royalties, and interest. This ruling upholds a previous jury verdict that found Guardant Health willfully infringed on TwinStrand's patents.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • TwinStrand and UW awarded over $245.2 million.
  • Final judgment confirms the jury's decision.
  • Strengthens TwinStrand's position in the market.

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SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TwinStrand Biosciences (TwinStrand), the pioneer in Duplex Sequencing® technology, today announced that the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware entered final judgment on Aug. 21, 2026, in favor of TwinStrand and the University of Washington (UW) in their patent infringement suit against Guardant Health, Inc. (Nasdaq: GH). The final judgment preserves a November 2023 jury verdict finding that Guardant Health willfully infringed two core patents underlying T

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the outcome of the lawsuit against Guardant Health?

TwinStrand and the University of Washington were awarded over $245.2 million.

When was the final judgment entered?

The final judgment was entered on August 21, 2026.

What technology is TwinStrand known for?

TwinStrand is known for its Duplex Sequencing® technology.

What did the jury find regarding Guardant Health's actions?

The jury found that Guardant Health willfully infringed TwinStrand's patents.

Last updated: Aug 24, 2026