Altana Diagnostics

altona Diagnostics is a privately held German molecular diagnostics company focused on in vitro diagnostic PCR tests for the detection of pathogens including viruses, bacteria, and parasites. The company develops, manufactures, and sells commercial real-time PCR reagent kits and workflow solutions used in clinical laboratories. Its portfolio includes the RealStar and AltoStar product families, spanning assays for respiratory, gastrointestinal, sexually transmitted, bloodborne, transplant-associated, and tropical or emerging infections. In addition to assay kits, altona offers automation, software, and integrated workflow products through its AltoStar platform. The business is commercial-stage and globally active through a network of international subsidiaries.