Sysmex Corporation has announced the signing of an exclusive agreement with QIAGEN N.V. for the distribution and supply of clinical diagnostic products related to infectious diseases and oncology in Japan. The agreement builds on a partnership between the two companies that has spanned more than ten years. Under the new strategic alliance, Sysmex will distribute QIAGEN's clinical diagnostic instruments and reagents, including leading products such as the QuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus test for tuberculosis and cancer molecular diagnostics. The companies also plan to explore joint research and development initiatives and may expand the range of products available in the Japanese market. This collaboration aims to enhance the delivery of clinical testing solutions and contribute to advancements in healthcare.