System, method, apparatus and diagnostic test for plasmodium vivax
US12259387B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 11, 2023 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A50/30
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system, method, apparatus and diagnostic test for Plasmodium vivax, to determine a likelihood of a specific timing of infection by P. vivax in a subject, and hence identify individuals with a high probability of being infected with otherwise undetectable liver-stage hypnozoites. The system, method, apparatus and diagnostic test relate to the identification of hypnozoites (“dormant” liver-stages), or at least of the likelihood of the subject being so infected. Optionally and preferably, the specific timing relates to recent infections, for example within the last 9 months.
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