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Inventories Inventories- Schedule of Inventories (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2012

Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]

Raw materials

$ 4,796

$ 3,754

Work-in-process

2,930

11,317

Finished goods

13,806

15,393

Total

$ 21,532

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$ 30,464

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Amounts include the assets and liabilities of Vertex’s variable interest entity (“VIE”), Alios BioPharma, Inc. (“Alios”). Vertex’s interests and obligations with respect to the VIE’s assets and liabilities are limited to those accorded to Vertex in its agreement with Alios. See Note C, "Collaborative Arrangements," to these condensed consolidated financial statements for amounts.

- Definition

Carrying amount, net of reserves and adjustments, as of the balance sheet date of merchandise or goods which are partially completed. This inventory is generally comprised of raw materials, labor and factory overhead costs, which require further materials, labor and overhead to be converted into finished goods, and which generally require the use of estimates to determine percentage complete and pricing.

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