Illumina Obtains Insurance Coverage for 'TruSight Oncology Comprehensive' Panel System
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Illumina announced the start of contract analysis for the 'TruSight Oncology Comprehensive' CGP test at RIKEN GENESIS through a partnership with Sysmex, having obtained insurance coverage in Japan on June 1, 2026.
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- Q: What is the main announcement in this release?
- A: Illumina's CGP test, 'TruSight Oncology Comprehensive', received insurance coverage in Japan starting June 1, 2026, and contract analysis has begun in partnership with Sysmex.
- Q: What are the features of TruSight Oncology Comprehensive?
- A: It comprehensively analyzes 517 cancer-related genes in a single test, analyzing DNA and RNA mutations to identify biomarkers for treatment selection.
- Q: How many CGP panel tests are performed annually in Japan?
- A: Approximately 20,000 CGP panel tests are performed annually in Japan.
- Q: When did this test receive approval from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare?
- A: It was approved as a highly controlled medical device (Class III) in May 2025.
- Q: Which company will perform the contract analysis?
- A: The analysis will be performed by Riken Genesis Co., Ltd., a group company of Sysmex Corporation.