Quidel Corporation, established in 1979, is one of the leading providers of diagnostic tests and solutions for detection and management of medical conditions and illnesses. It offers a variety of tests that aid in the diagnosis of several diseases, including influenza, fecal occult blood, bacterial vaginosis, infectious mononucleosis, pylori, chlamydia and pregnancy tests. The company markets its product under the brand name, QuickVue. It has a specialty products department that develops research products in the fields of oncology and bone health. The company also provides service and technical support to customers. Quidel Corporation has research and manufacturing operations in San Diego and Santa Clara, Calif.