Quest Diagnostics Launches First Molecular Test for Kidney Organ Transplant Rejection

Quest Diagnostics DGX information and services, today announced the availability of the industry's first molecular blood test for identifying renal (kidney) organ-transplant rejection. The Renal Transplant Monitoring laboratory-developed test is designed to help physicians detect kidney failure weeks before conventional tests or clinical symptoms signify damage. The test may potentially improve patient care for kidney transplant patients while helping to lower sizeable healthcare costs associated with renal transplant failure.