Tetracore, Inc.
Tetracore is a biotechnology company specializing in rapid diagnostic testing, PCR systems, and immunological solutions for human health, animal health, and domestic preparedness. They focus on innovative products such as the T-COR 8 PCR Thermocycler, BioThreat Alert® rapid test strips, and a wide range of molecular and immunological assays. The company is dedicated to providing fast, reliable, and high-quality results for first responders, clinicians, veterinarians, and government agencies, with a strong emphasis on biosafety, biodefense, and forensic applications.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
medium (51-250)
Tetracore, Inc.
77 Upper Rock Cir., Suite 600, Rockville, MD 20850
Patents
Products
Portable lateral flow assay reader (field LFA reader)
Handheld/portable optical reader for lateral flow test strips that standardizes strip interpretation and records results.
Portable real-time PCR thermocycler
Compact real-time PCR instrument for on-site nucleic acid amplification and detection to support rapid molecular diagnostics.
Real-time RT-PCR assay for RNA detection
Validated real-time RT-PCR test intended for quantitative detection of viral RNA.
Veterinary real-time PCR kits and reagents
Real-time PCR reagent kits and dry reagent formats designed for detection of animal diseases (example: Johne's disease assay formats listed under animal-health).
Rapid lateral flow test strips for biothreat detection
Immunological rapid test strips for detection of selected biological threat agents and toxins.
Bead-based multiplex arbovirus panel (18-plex)
Multiplex immunoassay panel configured for bead-array platforms to detect multiple arboviruses simultaneously.
Portable lateral flow assay reader (field LFA reader)
Handheld/portable optical reader for lateral flow test strips that standardizes strip interpretation and records results.
Portable real-time PCR thermocycler
Compact real-time PCR instrument for on-site nucleic acid amplification and detection to support rapid molecular diagnostics.
Real-time RT-PCR assay for RNA detection
Validated real-time RT-PCR test intended for quantitative detection of viral RNA.
Veterinary real-time PCR kits and reagents
Real-time PCR reagent kits and dry reagent formats designed for detection of animal diseases (example: Johne's disease assay formats listed under animal-health).
Rapid lateral flow test strips for biothreat detection
Immunological rapid test strips for detection of selected biological threat agents and toxins.
Bead-based multiplex arbovirus panel (18-plex)
Multiplex immunoassay panel configured for bead-array platforms to detect multiple arboviruses simultaneously.
Services
Human DNA testing and interpretation for identification, kinship, mixture analysis, degraded samples, and investigative genealogy using NGS and STR methods.
Technical training programs for laboratory personnel and external partners in relevant assay and laboratory workflows.
Design and validation of custom molecular and immunological assays tailored to customer targets and sample types.
Production and characterization of custom antibodies and conjugates for immunoassays and research applications.
Handling and testing of samples that require BSL-3 containment and development of deployable laboratory solutions for field diagnostics.
Human DNA testing and interpretation for identification, kinship, mixture analysis, degraded samples, and investigative genealogy using NGS and STR methods.
Technical training programs for laboratory personnel and external partners in relevant assay and laboratory workflows.
Design and validation of custom molecular and immunological assays tailored to customer targets and sample types.
Production and characterization of custom antibodies and conjugates for immunoassays and research applications.
Handling and testing of samples that require BSL-3 containment and development of deployable laboratory solutions for field diagnostics.
Expertise Areas
- Molecular diagnostics (real-time PCR and RT-PCR)
- Forensic genetics and investigative genetic genealogy
- Biothreat detection and domestic preparedness
- Veterinary and animal health diagnostics
Key Technologies
- Real-time PCR (qPCR/RT-PCR)
- Lateral flow immunoassays (LFA)
- Next-generation sequencing (NGS)
- Nanopore sequencing
News & Updates
Feb 14, 2023, Tetracore partners with USDA to develop and supply PCR test kits for African Swine Fever and Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
Nov 4, 2021, Tetracore introduces USDA-licensed PCR tests for African Swine Fever Virus in swine samples.
Sep 2019, Tetracore develops multiplex PCR and antibody reagents for Swine Acute Diarrhea Syndrome Coronavirus.
Sep 18, 2017, Tetracore's T-COR 8™ PCR thermocycler receives CE-IVD approval for use in Europe.
The T-COR 8™ PCR system is used for African Swine Fever monitoring in Uganda, demonstrating field applicability.
Dec 18, 2003, Tetracore's anthrax test becomes the first FDA-cleared laboratory test for anthrax.
Feb 14, 2023, Tetracore partners with USDA to develop and supply PCR test kits for African Swine Fever and Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
Nov 4, 2021, Tetracore introduces USDA-licensed PCR tests for African Swine Fever Virus in swine samples.
Sep 2019, Tetracore develops multiplex PCR and antibody reagents for Swine Acute Diarrhea Syndrome Coronavirus.
Sep 18, 2017, Tetracore's T-COR 8™ PCR thermocycler receives CE-IVD approval for use in Europe.
The T-COR 8™ PCR system is used for African Swine Fever monitoring in Uganda, demonstrating field applicability.
Dec 18, 2003, Tetracore's anthrax test becomes the first FDA-cleared laboratory test for anthrax.