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Vysis, Inc.
Nasdaq: VYSI
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 NEWS FROM THE WIRES
Vysis posts Q2 profit vs year-ago loss
Aug 14 2001 07:22 AM PDT

Vysis files to sell 3 mln shares on behalf of BP
Aug 07 2001 02:21 PM PDT

Vysis says FDA approves bladder cancer test
Aug 02 2001 05:53 AM PDT

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 PROFILE
Vysis makes genetic testing products for cancer, prenatal disorders, and other diseases. A subsidiary of oil giant BP (formerly BP Amoco), it sells diagnostics for leukemia and amniocentesis kits to detect Down Syndrome and other genetic birth defects. It is developing diagnostics for breast, bladder, lung, and cervical cancers. The firm's products are sold in almost 60 countries; the US accounts for more than half of sales. Vysis has collaborative agreements with such institutions as the Mayo Clinic, Eos Biotechnology, and the University of California. Subsidiary Gene-Trak Systems Industrial Diagnostics makes DNA-based food testing kits to food processors and quality control labs. BP owns 65% of Vysis.

 COMPETITION
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 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Fiscal Year-End: December
2000 Sales (mil.): 24.00
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 10.6%
Employees: 133
Revenue per employee: $180,451.13

 KEY PEOPLE
• John L. Bishop
    CEO
• John R. Sluis
    CFO

 CONTACT INFO
3100 Woodcreek Dr.
Downers Grove, IL 60515
US
Phone: 630-271-7000
Fax: 630-271-7138
Online: Web Site

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