Expanded suite of consumables, instruments and services designed to empower researchers and accelerate next- generation drug development Ninety posters and presentations at AACR powered by the Standard BioTools proteomic portfolio to advance cancer research from target discovery to clinical development SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Standard BioTools Inc. (NASDAQ:LAB) today announced the launch of new and enhanced proteomic product offerings at the upcoming American Associat ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for 2024 was $71.3 million, representing a 45% year-over-year growth [6][23] - Gross margins increased to 78% for the year, up from 73% in 2023 [7][25] - Adjusted EBITDA loss improved by 32% year-over-year, indicating progress towards profitability [7][28] - Net loss for Q4 2024 was $8.3 million, a 10% improvement compared to Q4 2023 [28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Lung diagnostic testing revenue for Q4 2024 was $17.2 million, a 34% increase in revenue and test volume compared to Q4 2023 [24] - Full-year lung diagnostic testing revenues reached $64.7 million, reflecting a 43% growth [24] - Diagnostic development services revenue grew by 72% in Q4 and 70% for the full year [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 40% growth in test volume for lung diagnostic testing in 2024 [9][24] - Approximately 49% of lung nodule patients have their first imaging workup conducted by primary care providers, indicating a significant market opportunity [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its sales force by adding approximately six sales teammates per quarter in 2025, increasing from 71 to 95 teammates [13][31] - A new clinical study, Clarify, was launched to collect patient outcomes and clinical information, expected to provide valuable data in 2025 [14][17] - The company plans to maintain strong gross margins in the mid to upper seventies while achieving adjusted EBITDA profitability in the second half of 2025 [22][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in transforming patient care through personalized diagnostics, particularly in lung disease [7][31] - The company anticipates significant growth in 2025 driven by lung diagnostic testing and diagnostic development services [22][32] - Management highlighted the importance of addressing the unmet medical need in lung disease, with a focus on early diagnosis and treatment [8][31] Other Important Information - The company ended Q4 2024 with $26.2 million in unrestricted cash and cash equivalents [29] - A pilot program in 2024 demonstrated the effectiveness of expanding referral networks to primary care providers [12][41] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide insights on revenue guidance between test business and biopharma business? - Management expects biopharma services to contribute about 8-9% of total revenue, with the majority coming from lung diagnostic services [39] Question: What are the drivers for adjusted EBITDA profitability? - Revenue growth combined with tight control on expenses will help achieve adjusted EBITDA breakeven in the second half of 2025 [40] Question: Can you elaborate on the pilot program's findings? - The pilot showed that primary care physicians were accessible and recognized the utility of the tests, leading to better patient management [42][45] Question: What is the status of the product pipeline? - No new tests will be launched in 2025, but updates on existing partnerships and studies will be provided throughout the year [54] Question: How will updates in lung cancer screening guidelines affect the company? - Management believes that any improvements in screening will significantly expand the addressable market for their services [62][66] Question: What is the expected cash burn for the year? - Management anticipates cash burn to increase in Q1 but expects to reach cash flow breakeven with existing cash on hand [106][110]