Telo Genomics Highlights New MRD Methodology at The 2025 International Myeloma Society Meeting

Core Insights - Telo Genomics presented a new methodology for minimal residual disease (MRD) assessment at the 22nd International Myeloma Society Annual Meeting, highlighting its innovative approach in the field of multiple myeloma diagnostics [1][2][4] Company Overview - Telo Genomics is a biotech company specializing in diagnostic and prognostic tests through telomere analysis, with a focus on liquid biopsies and related technologies in oncology and neurological diseases [5] - The company aims to improve patient care by developing accurate products that cater to the needs of pathologists, clinicians, academic researchers, and drug developers [5] MRD Methodology - The presented abstract details a new workflow for MRD evaluation that integrates the enumeration and immunophenotyping of individual Multiple Myeloma Circulating Tumor Cells (CTCs) with the TeloView® 3D telomere profiling platform [3] - This method utilizes peripheral blood for CTC evaluation, offering a less invasive biomarker for continuous patient monitoring, and provides actionable insights on disease progression risk [3] Market Context - The MRD testing industry is expected to experience significant growth, with the global market projected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2032 [6] - The FDA's acceptance of MRD as a clinical endpoint for accelerated approval of new multiple myeloma therapies indicates a shift towards more personalized healthcare and faster drug approvals [6] Multiple Myeloma Insights - Multiple Myeloma is the second most common blood cancer, with approximately 35,000 new cases annually in the US and around 180,000 patients undergoing treatment at any given time [8] - The introduction of next-generation therapies has improved the median survival rate to over 5 years, yet the disease remains incurable [8] - Identifying patients at risk of rapid progression to symptomatic MM is a critical clinical need, as treatment costs can reach up to $150,000 per year per patient [8]