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OraSure Technologies (OSUR) In Focus: Stock Jumps 8.4%

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OraSure Technologies, Inc. (OSUR - Free Report) was a big mover last session, as its shares rose over 8% on the day. The move came on the back of the company’s addition to the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the open on Thursday, Mar 23. This led to far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This breaks the recent trend of the company since Mar 6, as the stock is now trading above the volatile price range of $10.86 to $11.63.

None of the estimates for this stock were revised over the past 30 days. The Zacks Consensus Estimate also remained unchanged over the same time frame. Yesterday’s price action is encouraging though, so make sure to keep a close watch on this firm in the near future.

OraSure Technologies currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) while its Earnings ESP is 0.00%.

Another favorably placed stock in the Medical – Products space is Quidel Corporation (QDEL - Free Report) , sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

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