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Mr. Bologna concluded, "With our business expansion well underway in the U.K., our ReliaGene acquisition on track for accretive growth, and recent landmark regulations from the Department of Justice in the U.S., we believe we are well positioned for improving results this year and for future growth in the coming years. With our strong balance sheet and our continued focus on cost containment and opportunistic business expansion, we believe the company is on the right path to achieve sustainable profitability."

Conference Call Information

A conference call with Orchid Cellmark management will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. EDT. To listen to the conference call, please dial (877) 266-0703 or (706) 643-7682 and ask for the Orchid Cellmark conference call, conference number 45916267. To listen to the live or archived webcast via the Internet, please visit the Investors section of the company's web site at http://www.orchid.com. The webcast will be available for replay for 90 days after the conference call.

About Orchid Cellmark

Orchid Cellmark is a leading provider of identity DNA testing services for the human identity and agriculture markets. In the human identity area, the company provides DNA testing services for forensic, family relationship and security applications. In the agriculture field, Orchid Cellmark provides DNA testing services for selective trait breeding. Orchid Cellmark's strong market positions in these areas reflect the company's accredited laboratories in the U.S. and U.K., its innovative genetic analysis technologies and expertise, and the world-renowned Cellmark brand that has been associated with exceptional quality, reliability and customer service for nearly two decades. More information on Orchid Cellmark can be found at http://www.orchi
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