The patent covers methods, systems, compositions, and kits for the multiplexed detection of analytes in a sample.

Diagnostics company Bio-Rad has been sued by the California Institute of Technology for allegedly misusing the school's patented technology for analyzing biological samples.

Bio-Rad Laboratories, a Bay Area biotech giant best known for its diagnostic and research products, is laying off 5% of its staff — including more than 100 workers from its headquarters in Hercules.