Agilent Receives FDA Approval for PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx in Esophageal or Gastroesophageal Junction (GEJ) Carcinoma

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced that it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx, Code SK006, as a companion diagnostic to aid in identifying patients with esophageal or gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) carcinoma who may be eligible for treatment with KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab), Merck's anti-PD-1 therapy. PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx, Code SK006, is the only FDA-approved companion diagnostic indica.