Microbiome-testing company uBiome has suspended its medical tests following an FBI raid. We got the letter it sent to customers.
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"At this time and until further notice, uBiome will not be offering SmartGut or SmartJane," the company said in an email to customers."We will not be releasing clinical reports, processing samples, billing health insurance, or shipping new collections kits." Our Co-CEOs, Jessica Richman and Zac Apte, are currently on administrative leave as we conduct an independent investigation into the company's billing practices, to be overseen by a Special Committee of the Board. Once complete, we will take any corrective actions that are needed to ensure we can become a stronger company better able to serve patients and healthcare providers.
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