Luminex Corporation (NASDAQ:LMNX) today announced the resignation of Douglas C. Bryant, executive vice president and chief operating officer. Mr. Bryant is leaving Luminex to become president and chief executive officer at Quidel Corporation in San Diego, California.

“On behalf of the board of directors, employees and shareholders, I would like to thank Doug for his leadership, hard work and dedication to Luminex,” said Patrick J. Balthrop, president and chief executive officer of Luminex. “I am personally grateful for the expertise and leadership Doug has provided and we all wish him every success in his future endeavors.

“We continue to be excited about the growth of Luminex and the success of xMAP® technology in our targeted market segments. We look forward to the opportunities ahead of us in 2009,” continued Balthrop.