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ECDS + HLB Panagene Collaboration

ECDS and HLB Panagene have entered into a long-term exclusive partnership focused specifically on Government and Public Sector engagements in India.

This exclusivity covers activities such as sales, marketing, regulatory registrations, government tenders, R&D initiatives, and collaborations with state or central government agencies by ECDS.

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What This Collaboration Brings

  • Integration of HLB's advanced PNA-based technologies
  • Expansion of ECDS'S diagnostic capabilities and service portfolio
  • Faster, more reliable cancer and infectious disease testing
  • Co-development of next-generation diagnostic panels
  • Training, validation studies, and knowledge transfer

Together, we aim to enhance early detection, elevate clinical accuracy, and accelerate access to precision medicine across regions.

HLB Panagene Core Business

What is PNA?

An Innovative Raw Material

PNA (Peptide Nucleic Acid), an artificially created DNA analogue, was first invented by Professor Nielsen, Egholm, Berg and Buchardt of the University of Copenhagen, Denmark in 1991.

PNA Technology

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Why PNA Matters

  • Higher Affinity: Stronger binding to DNA/RNA
  • Higher Specificity: Minimizes false positives
  • Better Stability: Performs well even with degraded samples
  • Ultra Sensitivity: Detects mutations present at very low frequencies 

Expanded Capabilities:

  •  Custom PNA Oligos
  • PNA FISH (Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization) probes: The electrically neutral backbone of PNA enables faster and highly specific hybridization in FISH, using low probe concentrations and producing strong signal-to-noise ratios. It also supports stable washing under mild conditions.

Applications:

  • Liquid biopsy
  • Tissue biopsy
  • Infectious disease detection
  • Research and customized assays

PNA-based Molecular Diagnostics

HLB Panagene’s Genetic Mutation Testing Products

HLB Panagene’s Infectious Disease Testing Products

HLB Panagene’s Genetic Mutation Testing Solution

Introduction of PANAMutyperTM

PANAMutyperTM combines the strengths of

PNAClampTM and PANA RealTyperTM highly sensitive and accurate mutation detection. PNAClampTM to deliver selectively suppresses wild-type DNA, enabling even small amounts of mutant DNA to be amplified. PANA RealTyperTM then identifies and differentiates multiple mutations based on their unique melting temperatures. Together, this technology allows simultaneous detection and genotyping of multiple mutations with high precision.

Introduction of PANA RealTyperTM

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PANA RealTyperTM is a probe-based fluorescence melting curve technology that detects genetic mutations with high accuracy. It can identify multiple SNPs within short DNA regions using a single probe and provides clear melting peaks for easy interpretation—no advanced software required. This method is ideal for personalized medicine, origin analysis, and detecting multidrug resistant microorganisms.

Combination of PANA qPCRT technology and melting curve analysis to maximize the capacity of multiplex detection

Introduction of PNAClampTM

PNAClampTM is a PNA-based PCR technology that selectively amplifies mutated DNA while blocking wild-type sequences. Using high-affinity PNA probes that bind tightly to wild-type DNA and are not recognized by DNA polymerase, the method ensures only mutant DNA is amplified. This makes PNAClampTM a highly sensitive and reliable tool for detecting low-level mutations. 

Introduction of PANA qPCRTM

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PANA qPCRTM uses sequence specific PNA probes with a fluorescent reporter and quencher to deliver highly precise DNA detection. When the probe binds to its target, fluorescence is released without the probe being degraded—unlike traditional TaqMan assays. This makes PANA qPCRTM ideal for multiplexing, allelic discrimination, and highly sensitive quantitative analysis. 

HLB Panagene Products

This advanced approach provides real-time insights into cancer development, progression, and treatment response, without the need for surgical procedures.

Oncology – Liquid Biopsy

Liquid biopsy analyzes circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA – Circulating Tumor DNA) from blood.

Clinical Applications:

  • Lung cancer (EGFR – Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor)
  • Colorectal cancer (KRAS – Kirsten Rat Sarcoma / NRAS – Neuroblastoma Rat Sarcoma)
  • Treatment monitoring and resistance detection
  • Guiding personalized, targeted therapy decisions

How It Works

  • Blood collection
  • Plasma separation
  • ctDNA extraction
  • High-sensitivity PNA-based mutation analysis
  • Clinical interpretation and reporting
  • Liquid biopsy empowers clinicians with rapid, reliable, and actionable insights—supporting better outcomes for patients. 

Oncology – Tissue Biopsy

Gold-standard analysis using FFPE (Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded) and FNAB (Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy)

Key Cancer Panels:

  • Lung cancer (EGFR, ALK – Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase, ROS1 – c-ros oncogene 1)
  • Colorectal cancer (KRAS / NRAS)
  • Thyroid cancer (BRAF – B-Raf Proto-Oncogene)
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Additional solid tumors

Benefits:

  • Exceptional performance with FFPE samples
  • High sensitivity through PNA clamp technology
  • Accurate detection even when tumor content is low
  • Supports advanced cancer classification and targeted therapy selection 

Infectious Diseases

Our infectious disease portfolio delivers rapid and precise detection of pathogens using advanced molecular technologies. These solutions support clinicians and hospitals in managing infections effectively and improving patient outcomes.

Fast and Accurate Molecular Diagnostics for Critical Infections. 

Areas of Focus:

  • Carbapenem-resistant organisms (CRE – Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae) 
  • Respiratory pathogens
  • Viral infections (HPV – Human Papillomavirus, HBV – Hepatitis B Virus)
  • Sepsis-causing bacteria
  • Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs)

Benefits:

  •  Early pathogen detection
  • Reliable resistance profiling
  • Improved antibiotic stewardship
  • Enhanced hospital infection control 

PNA

Custom PNA Oligo

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HLB Panagene offers high-quality, custom designed PNA oligos manufactured using our proprietary synthesis technology under ISO 9001:2015 standards. With deep expertise in PNA design and production, we provide tailored solutions for diverse research needs, along with end-to-end support—including design guidance, technical consultation, and application assistance.

Gamma PNA

γ-PNA is a backbone-modified PNA designed with a stereogenic center that allows it to naturally form an alpha-helical structure. This reduces self-aggregation, increases solubility, and enables stronger, more stable binding to target DNA. Its flexibility— allowing modifications at any γ carbon—also supports advanced applications like internal multi labeling. With its superior stability and binding performance, γ-PNA is a powerful material for diagnostics and drug development.

PNA FISH probe

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PNA FISH probes offer fast and highly specific hybridization, thanks to PNA’s electrically neutral backbone. They require low probe concentrations, produce minimal background noise, and allow stable washing under mild conditions. HLB Panagene provides telomere and centromere PNA FISH probes for telomere length analysis, available in multiple fluorescent labels.

PNA monomer

HLB Panagene manufactures high-quality PNA building blocks, including high-purity Fmoc PNA monomers, Boc monomers, modified nucleobase monomers, and advanced γ-PNA and α-PNA monomers—offering excellent solubility, reactivity, and performance for diverse applications.

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