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Exhibit 99.1

LUMINEX CORPORATION REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2012 RESULTS
ACHIEVES RECORD NUMBER OF MAGPIX SYSTEM SALES
ACQUIRES GENTURADX AFTER QUARTER-END

AUSTIN, Texas (July 30, 2012) – Luminex Corporation (NASDAQ:LMNX) today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012.  Financial and operating highlights include the following:

·  
Consolidated second quarter revenue of $48.3 million, a one percent increase over the second quarter of 2011
·  
Second quarter assay revenue of $17.5 million, an 89 percent increase over the second quarter of 2011. Growth was largely driven by the inclusion of Luminex Madison, formerly EraGen Biosciences, Inc., which was acquired on June 27, 2011
·  
Second quarter shipments of 278 multiplexing analyzers that included 167 MAGPIX® systems, resulting in cumulative life-to-date multiplexing analyzer shipments of 9,162, up 12 percent from a year ago
·  
Consolidated gross profit margin of 71 percent for the second quarter of 2012
·  
Operating expenses for the second quarter of 2012 increased $2.9 million over the second quarter of 2011. $0.9 million of this increase can be attributed to Luminex Madison, and $0.4 million is related to acquisition costs associated with the recent purchase of GenturaDx. Operating income for the second quarter of 2012 was $6.5 million compared with operating income of $8.8 million for the same period last year
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Luminex Corporation was added to the S&P SmallCap 600 GICS (Global Industry Classification Standard) Life Sciences Tools & Services Sub-Industry Index
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In July, Luminex Corporation acquired GenturaDx, a private, California-based molecular diagnostic company, for $50 million in cash and potential additional contingent consideration based on achievement of future milestones and/or product revenue performance


“We are pleased with our second quarter results and long-term trajectory.  Luminex’s strategic plan is focused on providing customers with the tools they need to positively impact human health through reduced complexity and increased speed of the testing process. We continue to invest heavily in our proprietary xMAP® technology, and we have always recognized that one platform may not suit all lab customer needs. In order to access these new opportunities, Luminex has sought to acquire external technologies, such as EraGen Biosciences in 2011 and our recent acquisition of GenturaDx,” said Patrick J. Balthrop, president and chief executive officer of Luminex.  “We are excited about GenturaDx technology and believe its simple to use, sample-to-answer platform combined with our proprietary MultiCode RTx chemistry will provide hospital-based molecular diagnostic labs with another powerful tool in their search for answers. When this system is commercialized (anticipated for 2014) Luminex will be able to offer our customers with a broad line of product solutions to fit their specific needs.” 

 
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“Regarding new product updates, I am pleased to report that Luminex has submitted a de-novo 510(k) application to the FDA for our gastrointestinal pathogen panel (xTAG® GPP) assay. This product offering addresses a sizeable new market opportunity for Luminex and is another example of how Luminex is providing advanced solutions and real value to our customers. With new assays like GPP, NeoPlex4 and the exciting portfolio from Luminex Madison, we are positioned for strong growth in the future,” Balthrop concluded. 


REVENUE SUMMARY
(in thousands, except percentages)
 
   
Three Months Ended
             
   
June 30,
   
Variance
 
   
2012
   
2011
   
($)
   
(%)
 
   
(unaudited)
                   
                         
System sales
  $ 8,386     $ 9,135     $ (749 )     -8 %
Consumable sales
    10,802       18,397       (7,595 )     -41 %
Royalty revenue
    7,715       7,412       303       4 %
Assay revenue
    17,510       9,261       8,249       89 %
All other revenue
    3,860       3,433       427       12 %
    $ 48,273     $ 47,638     $ 635       1 %
                                 
                                 
                                 
   
Six Months Ended
                 
   
June 30,
   
Variance
 
      2012       2011    
($)
   
(%)
 
   
(unaudited)
                         
                                 
System sales
  $ 15,384     $ 16,814     $ (1,430 )     -9 %
Consumable sales
    22,702       33,399       (10,697 )     -32 %
Royalty revenue
    15,957       14,668       1,289       9 %
Assay revenue
    34,807       18,845       15,962       85 %
All other revenue
    8,150       7,187       963       13 %
    $ 97,000     $ 90,913     $ 6,087       7 %

“We are pleased with our revenue progress, notwithstanding the significant decline in current quarter consumable revenue which was primarily the result of volatility in a single customer’s purchases,” said Harriss T. Currie, vice president and chief financial officer. “We anticipate improved revenue growth in the second half of 2012, as a result of both traction within our LMA and LMD product portfolios and easing consumable revenue comparisons.”  
 
 
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LUMINEX CORPORATION
REPORTABLE SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS
 (in thousands, except percentages)

   
Three Months Ended
             
   
June 30,
   
Variance
 
   
2012
   
2011
   
($)
   
(%)
 
   
(unaudited)
                   
Revenue
                       
Technology and strategic partnerships
  $ 29,565     $ 36,211     $ (6,646 )     -18 %
Assays and related products
    18,708       11,427       7,281       64 %
Total Revenue
    48,273       47,638       635       1 %
                                 
Operating income (loss)
                               
Technology and strategic partnerships
    4,342       11,572       (7,230 )     -62 %
Assays and related products
    2,144       (2,775 )     4,919       177 %
Total Operating income
    6,486       8,797       (2,311 )     -26 %
                                 
                                 
                                 
   
Six Months Ended
                 
   
June 30,
   
Variance
 
      2012       2011    
($)
   
(%)
 
   
(unaudited)
                         
Revenue
                               
Technology and strategic partnerships
  $ 59,774     $ 68,146     $ (8,372 )     -12 %
Assays and related products
    37,226       22,767       14,459       64 %
Total Revenue
    97,000       90,913       6,087       7 %
                                 
Operating income (loss)
                               
Technology and strategic partnerships
    8,541       20,228       (11,687 )     -58 %
Assays and related products
    3,553       (3,137 )     6,690       213 %
Total Operating income
    12,094       17,091       (4,997 )     -29 %

 
FINANCIAL OUTLOOK AND GUIDANCE

The Company reaffirms its 2012 annual revenue guidance of between $205 and $215 million.
 
 
CONFERENCE CALL

Management will host a conference call to discuss the operating highlights and financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012, on Monday, July 30, 2012, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time / 4:00 p.m. Central time.  The conference call will be webcast live and will be accompanied by a slide presentation, both of which may be accessed at Luminex Corporation’s website at http://www.luminexcorp.com.  Simply log on to the web at the address above, go to the Company section and access the Investor Relations link.  Please go to the website at least 15 minutes prior to the call to register, download and install any necessary audio/video software. If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, the call and slides will be archived for six months on the website using the ‘replay’ link.
 
Luminex develops, manufactures and markets proprietary biological testing technologies with applications throughout the life sciences industry.  The Company’s xMAP system is an open-architecture, multi-analyte technology platform that delivers fast, accurate and cost-effective bioassay results to markets as diverse as pharmaceutical drug discovery, clinical diagnostics and biomedical research, including the genomics and proteomics research markets.  The Company’s xMAP technology is sold worldwide and is in use in leading research laboratories as well as major pharmaceutical, diagnostic and biotechnology companies.  Further information on Luminex or xMAP can be obtained on the Internet at http://www.luminexcorp.com.
 
 
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Statements made in this release that express Luminex’s or management’s intentions, plans, beliefs, expectations or predictions of future events are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this release include statements regarding: the expansion of our installed base; distribution for our instruments; purchases of our consumable products; the development progress and market acceptance of our assay products, including NeoPlex4 and NeoPlex System and products developed and manufactured by Luminex Madison and Luminex Molecular Diagnostics; anticipated FDA clearance of our products, including Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel, NeoPlex4 and NeoPlex System; status of integration of Luminex Madison; the acquisition of GenturaDx; the addition of Luminex to the S&P Small Cap 600 GICS; Luminex’s long-term strategic plan and acquisition strategy; the ability of our investment in current initiatives and new products to deliver high performance solutions, and drive long-term value for our shareholders; and, projected 2012 revenue. The words "believe," "expect," "intend," "estimate," "anticipate," "will," "could," "should" and similar expressions are intended to further identify such forward-looking statements for purposes of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  It is important to note that the Company’s actual results or performance could differ materially from those anticipated or projected in such forward-looking statements.  Factors that could cause Luminex’s actual results or performance to differ materially include risks and uncertainties relating to, among others, market demand and acceptance of Luminex’s products and technology, the Company’s dependence on strategic partners for development, commercialization and distribution of products, concentration of the Company’s revenue in a limited number of strategic partners, fluctuations in quarterly results due to a lengthy and unpredictable sales cycle and bulk purchases of consumables, Luminex’s ability to scale manufacturing operations and manage operating expenses, gross margins and inventory levels, potential shortages of components, competition, the timing of regulatory approvals, the implementation, including any modification, of the Company’s strategic operating plans, the uncertainty regarding the outcome or expense of any litigation brought against Luminex, risks relating to Luminex’s foreign operations, risks and uncertainties associated with implementing our acquisition strategy and the ability to integrate acquired companies, or selected assets into our consolidated business operations, including the ability to recognize the benefits of our acquisitions, as well as the risks discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in Luminex’s Reports on Forms 10-K and 10-Q, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.  The forward-looking statements, including the financial guidance and 2012 outlook, contained herein represent the judgment of Luminex as of the date of this press release, and Luminex expressly disclaims any intent, obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in Luminex’s expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements are based.
 

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LUMINEX CORPORATION
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands)
             
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
 
 
2012
   
2011
 
   
(unaudited)
       
ASSETS
           
Current assets:
           
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 75,898     $ 58,282  
Restricted cash
    -       1,006  
Short-term investments
    23,150       42,574  
Accounts receivable, net
    26,176       23,016  
Inventories, net
    26,304       24,579  
Deferred income taxes
    4,416       5,991  
Prepaids and other
    4,924       3,529  
                 
Total current assets
    160,868       158,977  
                 
Property and equipment, net
    26,243       25,192  
Intangible assets, net
    27,256       29,437  
Deferred income taxes
    13,461       12,817  
Long-term investments
    5,997       6,151  
Goodwill
    42,758       42,763  
Other
    6,899       7,310  
                 
Total assets
  $ 283,482     $ 282,647  
 
               
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
               
Current liabilities:
               
Accounts payable
  $ 5,937     $ 5,941  
Accrued liabilities
    9,714       11,047  
Deferred revenue
    4,230       4,057  
Current portion of long term debt
    490       999  
                 
Total current liabilities
    20,371       22,044  
                 
Long-term debt
    2,191       2,573  
Deferred revenue
    3,259       3,344  
Other
    2,584       3,831  
                 
Total liabilities
    28,405       31,792  
                 
Stockholders' equity:
               
Common stock
    41       41  
Additional paid-in capital
    294,936       297,104  
Accumulated other comprehensive gain
    895       984  
Accumulated deficit
    (40,795 )     (47,274 )
                 
Total stockholders' equity
    255,077       250,855  
                 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
  $ 283,482     $ 282,647  
 
 
 
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LUMINEX CORPORATION
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
                         
                         
   
Three Months Ended
   
Six Months Ended
 
   
June 30,
   
June 30,
 
   
2012
   
2011
   
2012
   
2011
 
   
(unaudited)
         
(unaudited)
       
                         
Revenue
  $ 48,273     $ 47,638     $ 97,000     $ 90,913  
Cost of revenue
    13,861       13,812       28,828       26,359  
                                 
Gross profit
    34,412       33,826       68,172       64,554  
                                 
Operating expenses:
                               
Research and development
    9,638       7,945       19,078       15,515  
Selling, general and administrative
    17,204       16,482       34,816       30,763  
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
    1,084       602       2,184       1,185  
                                 
Total operating expenses
    27,926       25,029       56,078       47,463  
                                 
Income from operations
    6,486       8,797       12,094       17,091  
Interest expense from long-term debt
    (63 )     (79 )     (122 )     (162 )
Other income, net
    42       108       99       215  
                                 
Income before income taxes
    6,465       8,826       12,071       17,144  
Income taxes
    (3,513 )     (4,183 )     (5,592 )     (8,040 )
                                 
Net income
  $ 2,952     $ 4,643     $ 6,479     $ 9,104  
                                 
Net income per share, basic
  $ 0.07     $ 0.11     $ 0.16     $ 0.22  
                                 
Shares used in computing net income per share, basic
    41,064       41,262       40,992       41,251  
                                 
Net income per share, diluted
  $ 0.07     $ 0.11     $ 0.15     $ 0.21  
                                 
Shares used in computing net income per share, diluted
    42,399       42,446       42,246       42,398  
 
 

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LUMINEX CORPORATION
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
                         
   
Three Months Ended
   
Six Months Ended
 
   
June 30,
   
June 30,
 
   
2012
   
2011
   
2012
   
2011
 
   
(unaudited)
         
(unaudited)
       
Cash flows from operating activities:
                       
Net income
  $ 2,952     $ 4,643     $ 6,479     $ 9,104  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
                 
Depreciation and amortization
    3,533       2,622       7,055       5,138  
Stock-based compensation
    2,571       2,993       5,214       5,540  
Deferred income tax benefit
    376       2,054       929       3,379  
Excess income tax benefit from employee stock-based awards
    (2,476 )     (1,501 )     (2,773 )     (3,705 )
Other
    (49 )     234       183       305  
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
                               
Accounts receivable, net
    830       68       (3,183 )     6,656  
Inventories, net
    (1,860 )     1,793       (1,727 )     1,207  
Other assets
    (1,671 )     (164 )     (1,631 )     (1,186 )
Accounts payable
    555       (1,510 )     69       (4,254 )
Accrued liabilities
    4,811       1,953       (1,215 )     167  
Deferred revenue
    (50 )     (317 )     93       (460 )
                                 
Net cash provided by operating activities
    9,522       12,868       9,493       21,891  
                                 
Cash flows from investing activities:
                               
Purchases of available-for-sale securities
    (1,496 )     (22,201 )     (10,495 )     (29,247 )
Sales and maturities of available-for-sale securities
    21,490       7,256       30,005       14,177  
Purchase of property and equipment
    (3,761 )     (2,644 )     (5,357 )     (3,798 )
Business acquisition consideration, net of cash acquired
    -       (33,914 )     -       (33,914 )
Purchase of cost method investment
    -       -       -       (2,000 )
Acquired technology rights
    (291 )     (87 )     (291 )     (87 )
                                 
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
    15,942       (51,590 )     13,862       (54,869 )
                                 
Cash flows from financing activities:
                               
Payments on debt
    (1,025 )     (885 )     (1,025 )     (885 )
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
    1,706       590       2,363       818  
Payments for stock repurchases
    (4,432 )     (1,436 )     (9,880 )     (4,686 )
Excess income tax benefit from employee stock-based awards
    2,476       1,501       2,773       3,705  
                                 
Net cash used in financing activities
    (1,275 )     (230 )     (5,769 )     (1,048 )
                                 
Effect of foreign currency exchange rate on cash
    (121 )     1       30       149  
Change in cash and cash equivalents
    24,068       (38,951 )     17,616       (33,877 )
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period
    51,830       94,561       58,282       89,487  
                                 
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period
  $ 75,898     $ 55,610     $ 75,898     $ 55,610  
 
 
 
 
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