PAMBEC Laboratories

PAMBEC Laboratories, officially known as the Philippine-American Medical, Biotech and Environmental Corp., is a biotechnology company based in the Philippines that specializes in the development of affordable molecular diagnostic tools for infectious diseases. The company is best known for its Biotek-M Dengue Aqua Kit, a gold-medal winning diagnostic platform that utilizes isothermal PCR technology for the early detection of the dengue virus. PAMBEC focuses on creating "lab-in-a-mug" solutions designed for use in resource-limited settings, eliminating the need for expensive laboratory infrastructure. Its product portfolio has expanded to include diagnostic kits for Zika, Chikungunya, Leptospirosis, and Salmonella. Through its commercial arm, Manila HealthTek, the company continues to bridge the gap between advanced molecular biology and local healthcare needs in Southeast Asia.