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Natera Submits Signatera™ CDx PMA to FDA

Key Takeaway: Natera, Inc. has submitted a premarket approval application to the FDA for its Signatera CDx test, aimed at detecting molecular residual disease in muscle-invasive bladder cancer patients. This application is backed by positive results from the IMvigor011 phase 3 clinical trial, which indicated significant improvements in disease-free and overall survival for patients treated with atezolizumab. If approved, Signatera CDx could become a pivotal tool in guiding treatment decisions for bladder cancer.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Natera's Signatera CDx shows promise for MRD detection in MIBC.
  • The IMvigor011 trial demonstrated significant survival benefits.
  • Potential to guide personalized therapy for bladder cancer patients.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • Approval from the FDA is still pending.
  • The market for MRD testing is competitive and evolving.

Full Press Release Details

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Natera, Inc.(NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA and precision medicine, today announced the submission of its premarket approval (PMA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Signatera™CDx for detection of molecular residual disease (MRD) in patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) who may benefit from treatment with atezolizumab (Tecentriq®).
This submission is supported by data from the randomized, double-blind, phase 3 IMvigor011 clinical trial, which met its primary endpoint and demonstrated the benefits of Signatera-guided therapy in MIBC. In the study, Signatera-positive patients treated with atezolizumab (Tecentriq®) had statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvements in disease-free survival and overall survival, compared with placebo. The trial also showed that Signatera-negative patients had a low risk of recurrence without adjuvant immunotherapy. Results were featured in a Presidential Symposium at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress on October 20, 2025, with a concurrent publication inThe New England Journal of Medicine.
Bladder cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the United States1and MIBC represents 20-25% of the newly diagnosed cases.2Radical cystectomy (with or without neoadjuvant therapy) is curative for approximately half of these patients, but until now it has been very challenging to identify which patients are likely to recur and to offer them effective, personalized therapy while sparing the others from unnecessary treatment.3,4The IMvigor011 trial, sponsored by Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, was designed to address that challenge.
“Submitting this PMA represents an important step toward making MRD-guided treatment a reality for patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer,” said Alexey Aleshin, M.D., general manager of oncology and corporate chief medical officer at Natera. “If approved, we believe Signatera CDx has the potential to be the first companion diagnostic MRD test that helps guide treatment decisions and improve outcomes for patients.”

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Tecentriq® (atezolizumab) is a registered trademark of Genentech, a member of the Roche Group.

About Natera

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA and precision medicine, 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 supported by more than 350 peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate excellent performance. Natera operates ISO 13485-certified and CAP-accredited laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) in Austin, Texas, and San Carlos, California, and through Foresight Diagnostics, its subsidiary, operates an ISO 27001-certified and CAP-accredited laboratory certified under CLIA in Boulder, Colorado. For more information, visitwww.natera.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements and are not a representation that Natera’s plans, estimates, or expectations will be achieved. These forward-looking statements represent Natera’s expectations as of the date of this press release, and Natera disclaims any obligation to update the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including with respect to our efforts to develop and commercialize new product offerings, whether the results of clinical or other studies will support the use of our product offerings, the impact of results of such studies, our expectations of the reliability, accuracy, and performance of our tests, or of the benefits of our tests and product offerings to patients, providers, and payers. Additional risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in "Risk Factors" in Natera’s recent filings on Forms 10-K and 10-Q, and in other filings Natera makes with the SEC from time to time. These documents are available atwww.natera.com/investorsandwww.sec.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Signatera CDx?

Signatera CDx is a test for detecting molecular residual disease in bladder cancer patients.

What trial supported the PMA submission?

The submission is supported by data from the phase 3 IMvigor011 clinical trial.

What are the benefits of Signatera-guided therapy?

Patients treated with Signatera-guided therapy showed significant improvements in survival.

What type of cancer does Signatera CDx target?

Signatera CDx targets muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC).

Who sponsors the IMvigor011 trial?

The IMvigor011 trial is sponsored by Genentech, a member of the Roche Group.

Last updated: Feb 2, 2026