Will Roche retain GenMark’s executive management?
| • | | Until a transaction has occurred and all necessary approvals have been granted, both companies will continue to conduct their respective businesses as independent companies. It is therefore premature to comment in detail. |
| • | | Roche believes GenMark has a world-class management team that will complement Roche Diagnostics. |
Will the salary and/or benefits of GenMark employees be affected?
| • | | Until a transaction has occurred and all necessary approvals have been granted, Roche and GenMark will continue to conduct their respective businesses as independent companies. It is therefore premature to comment in detail. |
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