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Early detection of colorectal cancer

US12253521B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 29, 2023
Grant dateMar 18, 2025
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2043

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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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