New Tool: ProSource
Checkout our packaging and processing solutions finder, ProSource.

Check-Cap Announces Advancement in GE Healthcare Manufacturing Collaboration

New Phase Supports C-Scan® Assembly, Testing & Distribution Initially for US Pilot Trial

This content was written and submitted by the supplier. It has only been modified to comply with this publication’s space and style.

Check-Cap Ltd. (the "Company" or "Check-Cap") (NASDAQ: CHEK, CHEKW), a clinical-stage medical diagnostics company engaged in the development of C-Scan®, an ingestible capsule for preparation-free, colorectal cancer screening, today announced it has entered the next phase of its manufacturing collaboration with GE Healthcare ("GE"). The new phase involves GE final assembly, packaging and shipping of C-Scan capsules initially to support the Company's US pilot trial expected in 1H2018. Check-Cap will supply GE with supporting calibration and final assembly methodology and equipment.

Bill Densel, CEO of Check-cap commented, "We are very pleased to advance our collaboration with GE, moving forward with the initiation of this next phase that prepares us for our C-Scan capsule needs, beginning with our planned US pilot trial in 1H2018. Planning and other activities are also underway for our European post approval study, which is also expected in 1H2018."

Test Your Supply Chain Smarts
Take Healthcare Packaging's supply chain quiz to prove your knowledge!
Read More
Test Your Supply Chain Smarts
How to Honor a Leader
Induction into the Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame is the highest honor in our industry. Submit your leader to be considered for the Class of 2024 now through June 10th. New members will be inducted at PACK EXPO International in Chicago.
Read More
How to Honor a Leader