The company's purpose is to operate medical-analytical laboratories for the performance of laboratory diagnostic analyses. The company may also conduct all business and conclude contracts of any kind that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose, in particular acquire, use, transfer or sell patents, trademarks, licenses and distribution rights and other objects and rights, as well as engage in trade with goods and commodities of any kind. To the extent that no legal restrictions prevent it (e.g. BewG), the company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties, as well as establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad.