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Access Genetics, LLC specializes in providing web-based software, laboratory materials and networked professional services for molecular testing in health care facilities. Based in Eden Prairie, Minn., its PartnerLab program offers solutions to physicians, pathologists and clinical laboratories for molecular (DNA-based) testing through a web-based molecular information system called Access TeleGene. The firm supplies TeleGene, a web-based software that integrates web-enabled molecular diagnostics, collaborative telemedicine and materials management. Access Genetics, LLC supports more than 80 laboratories in 30 states with TeleGene, LabKits and PartnerLab services.

SurModics is a provider of surface modification and drug delivery solutions for the health care industry. One of SurModics core technology platforms is its patented drug delivery polymer matrix technology, which can be applied to medical devices to deliver pharmaceutical agents from the surface of a device to a targeted area of the body. For example, SurModics' Bravo drug delivery polymer matrix is used in the first-to-market drug eluting coronary stent and is being used in the I-vation Intravitreal implant. Another core surface modification technology platform is its patented PhotoLink process, which helps modify and enhance the surface characteristics of medical devices and biomedical applications improving performance and, in some cases, enabling the development of new products. The company also produces stabilization products used by manufacturers of immunoassay diagnostic tests to improve performance, stability and shelf life. SurModics is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minn.

Maico Diagnostics was founded in Minneapolis in 1937. Coining the word audiometer, Maico designed the first hearing test instrument with a zero reference level, making the accurate measurement of hearing loss possible for the first time. In fact, Maico produced the first audiometer to be accepted by the American Medical Association. Today, Maico still provides a variety of products for the hearing health care market. Maico audiometers and tympanometers can be found in schools, hospitals, clinics and industries of all kinds in dozens of countries. Health care providers train on Maico equipment, and professionals around the world continue to rely on Maico products. The future of Maico is to continue its commitment to provide the latest in technology and reliability to meet the needs of the world market. With this commitment in mind, Maico will expand its presence in the diagnostic and industrial markets and will continue to be revolutionary in design and features.