Genetic Signatures

15 Next Generation Instrument While GSS diagnostic kits are generally platform agnostic (i.e. can be used on most commercially available instruments), we currently offer four different GSS branded instruments that have been customised to improve processing efficiency while maintaining throughput. These instruments are either sold to customers or are provided under a reagent rental arrangement. One of our strategic objectives was the commitment to developing a next generation “sample to result” instrument that will be optimised for 3base ™. Funds raised in October 2019 were partly dedicated to this project. Work has commenced on this project and several suitable partners have been engaged. Through the market research conducted, especially learning from the COVID-19 pandemic, there are key attributes the market wants to address. It gives GSS a great opportunity to tailor solutions based on market needs. This is an exciting project of significant importance for the long-term success of the Company. Dermatophytes Dermatophytes cause infections of the skin, hair and nails. A well-known example of these fungal skin infections is ringworm or tinea. Fungal growth is usually restricted to the nonliving layer of the skin or nails because of their inability to penetrate viable tissue in healthy people. Infection may become chronic and widespread if the host is immunocompromised. When invasion occurs it elicits a host immune response that can range from mild to severe. Due to the unique 3base ™ extraction technology we believe our method will be superior, quicker and have broader coverage than other currently available commercial products.