Zydus Lifesciences Limited, a global life sciences company, has partnered with US-based Myriad Genetics to introduce advanced cancer-risk assessment and prognostic diagnostic tests in India. The exclusive agreement allows Zydus to offer Myriad’s MyRisk Hereditary Cancer Test, MyChoice HRD Plus Test, and Prolaris Prostate Cancer Prognostic Test to patients, clinicians, and healthcare institutions across the country. These tests provide actionable insights into hereditary risk, disease progression, and treatment planning, enabling personalized and evidence-based cancer care.
The MyRisk test helps individuals and families understand genetic cancer risk, enabling informed lifestyle choices and monitoring. The Prolaris and MyChoice HRD Plus tests provide clinically validated insights that guide treatment selection and predict disease progression for patients with prostate and ovarian cancers. With cancer incidence rising worldwide, early identification of inherited risk plays a critical role in prevention and proactive health management.
Dr. Sharvil P Patel, Managing Director of Zydus Lifesciences, stated that the partnership represents a significant step toward improving access to precision diagnostics in India. The tests offer clinicians valuable tools to personalize treatment strategies, assess disease aggressiveness, and streamline clinical decision-making, ultimately helping patients achieve better outcomes. The collaboration reflects Zydus’ continued focus on patient-centric care and precision oncology.
Brian Donnelly, Chief Commercial Officer of Myriad Genetics, emphasized that the collaboration with Zydus will help expand the reach of precision oncology solutions across India. Myriad’s tests are designed to equip clinicians with clear, actionable insights into genetic risk and tumor biology, supporting personalized care and informed treatment decisions. The Prolaris test, in particular, offers a clinically proven method to assess disease aggressiveness and guide treatment choices for prostate cancer patients.
Zydus Lifesciences Limited is an innovation-led life sciences company with a strong presence in pharmaceuticals, consumer wellness, and MedTech. The company operates globally, employing over 29,000 people, including a robust R&D workforce dedicated to advancing healthcare solutions. Myriad Genetics is a global leader in molecular diagnostics and precision medicine, developing tests that assess disease risk, predict progression, and guide treatment decisions across multiple medical specialties. The partnership aims to support earlier and more accurate cancer risk assessment, enabling patients to make informed decisions with greater confidence.