Core Insights - Microbix Biosystems Inc. hosted Ontario's Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement, Stephen Crawford, to showcase its biotechnology facilities and discuss advancements in diagnostics that can enhance health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs for Ontarians [1][2] - The company has received over C$ 2.0 million in grant funding from the Ontario Together Funds, which has supported the development of state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities and healthcare products [1][3] - Microbix supplied over 2 million units of Viral Transport Medium (VTM) to Ontario during the pandemic years of 2021 and 2022, including a significant emergency order of 1.2 million units in December 2021 [1] Company Overview - Microbix is an Ontario-based life sciences innovator with over 120 skilled employees, producing proprietary biological products for human health [3][4] - The company manufactures critical ingredients for the global diagnostics industry, including antigens for immunoassays and laboratory quality assessment products (QAPs™) [3] - Microbix's products are distributed in over 30 countries and are supported by a network of international distributors, with various accreditations including ISO 9001 & 13485 and U.S. FDA registration [3][4] Product Development - Microbix develops proprietary products such as Kinlytic urokinase, a thrombolytic drug for treating blood clots, and reagents for molecular diagnostic testing [4] - The company emphasizes its commitment to innovation and the development of Ontario-made products that contribute to global health [2][3]

New Product Line Supporting Diagnostic Assay Manufacturers MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Microbix Biosystems Inc. (TSX: MBX, OTCQX: MBXBF, Microbix), a life sciences innovator, manufacturer, and exporter, announces the commercial launch of QUANTDx™, a new product line of well-characterized reference materials designed to support the development and validation of diagnostic assays. QUANTDx is being launched at ADLM 2025, the conference of the Association for Diagnostic & Laboratory ...