Exhibit 99.1
Invitae Completes Selected Assets Sale of its Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) research assays to Integrated DNA Technologies, Inc.
— Invitae will continue to invest in its precision oncology focused lab developed test (LDT) offerings —
— The transaction contributes to Invitae’s cash runway and includes a strategic supply partnership to support the growth of Invitae Personalized Cancer Monitoring™ (PCM) services —
SAN FRANCISCO, December 20, 2022 – Invitae (NYSE: NVTA), a leading medical genetics company, today announced that it has completed a transaction with Integrated DNA Technologies, Inc. (IDT), which includes the sale of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) research assays under the trademarked name Archer®, also known as the Research Use Only (RUO) kitted solutions. The transaction also includes certain licensed rights to Invitae’s Anchored Multiplex PCR (AMPTM) technology. The transaction value includes total cash consideration of approximately $48 million, subject to certain adjustments. As part of the transaction, Invitae also entered into a supply agreement with IDT to support Invitae’s PCM services.
This divestiture is part of Invitae’s portfolio optimization efforts and renewed strategic focus to achieve profitable growth in its core genetic testing business, fueling the pursuit of the significant market opportunities of its precision oncology LDT services. This transaction is expected to add to Invitae’s cash position, contribute to the company’s commitment to reduce cash burn and extend its cash runway.
“Today is the next step in executing our business realignment strategy and we’re pleased to complete this transaction with IDT. Many of our talented employees are transferring to IDT immediately, and we expect a seamless transition for the customers that rely on the RUO kitted solutions,” said Ken Knight, president and chief executive officer of Invitae. “AMP™ technology, the foundation for our precision oncology services, including related patents and proprietary know-how, will remain with Invitae, and we’re looking forward to serving patients, physicians and biopharma partners with these emerging offerings.”
About Invitae
Invitae Corporation (NYSE: NVTA) is a leading medical genetics company whose mission is to bring comprehensive genetic information into mainstream medicine to improve healthcare for billions of people. Invitae’s goal is to aggregate the world’s genetic tests into a single service with higher quality, faster turnaround time, and lower prices. For more information, visit the company’s website at invitae.com.
Disclaimer
RUO — For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing, IDT does not intend these products to be used in clinical applications and does not warrant their fitness or suitability for any clinical diagnostic use. Purchaser is solely responsible for all decisions regarding the use of these products and any associated regulatory or legal obligations.