Early detection of colorectal cancer
US11714088B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 2019 |
| Grant date | Aug 1, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 26, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2001/302
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for detection of precancerous colorectal cancerous lesions and early stage colorectal cancer are described. The methods and systems include examination of a rectal cell sample for the presence of mast cells in a field effect detection regime. The methods can incorporate swab-based cell collection, optionally storage and transportation of a cell sample, and/or computer-aided diagnosis.
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