2008-11-20 23:26:04 -

GeneLink Biosciences, Inc. (OTCBB: GNLK.OB), a leading consumer genomics biotech company, today announced that it has expanded its testing capabilities through a service agreement with a nationally recognized diagnostic laboratory to process GeneLink"s SNP-based (single nucleotide polymorphism) assessments GeneLink"s DNA assessments are based on GeneLink"s scientific research and patents and utilize GeneLink"s patented DNA Collection Kit®.
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Kasten, M.D., GeneLink"s Executive Chairman, stated, "The highly successful launch of GeneWize Life Sciences has driven significant demand for our proprietary tests and we are strategically expanding our testing capacity in order to support future growth. Our new testing partner is amongst the foremost genetic testing laboratories in the world. Their facilities are CLIA certified and College of American Pathologists (CAP) accredited, as well as having State of California licenses and New York permits."
In August, 2008 GeneWize Life Sciences, a wholly owned subsidiary of GeneLink, successfully launched the first direct selling industry company to focus exclusively on marketing nutritional supplements and skincare products specifically tailored to an individual"s genetic makeup. GeneWize markets and distributes its proprietary customized nutritional product, LifeMap Nutrition", to consumers in North America through a network of Independent Marketing Affiliates.
The Healthy Aging Assessment" results are used to customize each individual"s personalized nutritional formulation with over 177,000 possible ingredient combinations. Customers also receive a detailed assessment summary and complete listing of the ingredients contained in their personal formulation. A LifeMap Skin Care" customized product launch is planned for 2009.
About GeneLink Biosciences, Inc.:
GeneLink is a 14-year-old leading biosciences company specializing in consumer genomics. GeneLink"s patented and patent pending technologies include proprietary genetic assessments linked to personalized health, beauty and wellness applications. Its DNA assessments provide information that enables the customization of nutritional products, skincare products and health maintenance regimens designed to fulfill individual consumer needs. For more information visit cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT"id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww ..
About GeneWize Life Sciences, Inc.:
GeneWize is the first direct selling industry company to focus exclusively on providing individually customized nutritional and skin care formulations based on a consumer"s personal genetic assessment. The company"s mission is to empower individuals to take personal responsibility and control of their health.
Its LifeMap Nutrition" System, GeneLink Healthy Aging Assessment" and LifeMap Skin Care" System offer a revolutionary new scientific approach to delivering formulations that truly address individual needs. GeneWize is committed to innovating and manufacturing the highest quality, scientifically proven health, beauty and wellness products.
For more information on GeneWize, please visit: cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT"id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww ..



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