Fulgent Genetics, Inc. FLGT

Profile

Sector

Healthcare

Industry

Medical - Diagnostics & Research

CEO

Ming Hsieh

Employees

1344

Country

US

Fulgent Genetics, Inc., together with its affiliated companies, offers a comprehensive suite of COVID-19, molecular diagnostic, and genetic testing services to healthcare providers and individuals globally. Their diverse array of genetic tests covers a wide range of applications, including extensive oncology panels and solid tumor molecular profiling for cancer identification, Beacon carrier screening for inherited conditions, and specialized rapid whole genome testing for critically ill infants in NICU and PICU units. Other offerings include a newborn genetic analysis panel, a front-line test to sequence ataxia-related variants, and patient-initiated genetic testing via Picture Genetics. They also provide comprehensive whole exome, clinical exome, whole genome, mutation, and repeat expansion testing, alongside research service tests. For COVID-19, the company delivers next-generation sequencing, reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), and antigen-based diagnostic solutions for SARS-CoV-2. Beyond genetic and COVID-19 diagnostics, Fulgent Genetics performs advanced laboratory analyses such as flow cytometry for cell analysis and malignancy monitoring, fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH) for specific DNA sequence detection, immunohistochemistry (IHC) to visualize cellular antigens, and cytogenetics for assessing chromosomal anomalies, in addition to molecular testing for both hematopoietic and solid tumors. Their clientele is broad, including insurance companies, hospitals, medical institutions, fellow laboratories, government agencies, payors, municipal bodies, major corporations, and direct patients. The company has formed a strategic partnership with Helio Health, Inc. to commercialize blood-based early cancer detection tests. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Temple City, California, the company was previously known as Fulgent Diagnostics, Inc. before adopting its current name in August 2016.