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Illumina and Pillar Biosciences partner to improve access to personalized cancer treatment options Illumina Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN), a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, and Pillar Biosciences Inc., the pioneers of Decision...

Key Takeaway: Illumina Inc. and Pillar Biosciences Inc. have announced a partnership to enhance access to personalized cancer treatment options. Illumina will leverage Pillar's targeted sequencing technology in conjunction with its own sequencing and bioinformatics solutions. The collaboration aims to enable rapid genomic profiling of tumors, which is critical for personalized therapy. Commercial availability of the oncology assays through Illumina is expected to begin this month.

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  • Partnership aims to improve patient care for advanced cancer.
  • Integration of cutting-edge sequencing technology enhances genomic profiling.
  • Products are set for commercial availability, expanding personalized treatment options.

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"We are proud to partner with Pillar to provide products that will improve care for patients with advanced and high-risk cancer," said Phil Febbo , chief medical officer of Illumina. "By leveraging Pillar's targeted sequencing technology alongside Illumina's state-of-the-art sequencing and bioinformatics solutions, we will enable rapid and focused genomic profiling of tumors, which is essential to facilitate personalized therapy in healthcare systems across the globe."
Pillar's suite of oncology assays can be used on any of Illumina's sequencers. Assay offering will depend on the region. Commercial availability of Pillar's assays through Illumina is set to begin this month.
Use of forward-looking statements This release may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Among the important factors to which Illumina's business is subject that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in any forward-looking statements are challenges inherent in developing, manufacturing, and launching new products and services, and Illumina's ability to successfully partner with other companies and organizations to develop new products, expand markets, and grow its business, together with other factors detailed in Illumina's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent filings on Forms 10-K and 10-Q, or in information disclosed in public conference calls, the date and time of which are released beforehand. Illumina undertakes no obligation, and does not intend, to update these forward-looking statements, to review or confirm analysts' expectations, or to provide interim reports or updates.
About Illumina Illumina is improving human health by unlocking the power of the genome. In 2023 we celebrate 25 years of innovation, which has established us as a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, serving customers in the research, clinical, and applied markets. Our products are used for applications in the life sciences, oncology, reproductive health, agriculture, and other emerging segments. To learn more, visit illumina.com and connect with us on Twitter , Facebook , LinkedIn , Instagram , TikTok , and YouTube .
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pillar's role in cancer patient care?

Pillar partners with Illumina to enhance care for advanced cancer patients through targeted sequencing.

When will Pillar's assays be commercially available?

Pillar's assays through Illumina are set to be commercially available this month.

How does Illumina's technology benefit cancer treatment?

Illumina's sequencing and bioinformatics enable rapid tumor genomic profiling for personalized therapy.

Which sequencers support Pillar’s oncology assays?

Pillar's oncology assays can be utilized on any of Illumina's sequencers.

How long has Illumina been innovating in the genomics field?

Illumina celebrates 25 years of innovation in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies.

Last updated: Jul 25, 2023