Tumor localization and therapy with labeled antibody fragments specific to tumor-associated markers
US4331647A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 3, 1980 |
| Grant date | May 25, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2000 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2123/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods are provided for using radiolabeled antibody fragments specific to tumor-associated markers for detection, localization and therapy of tumors. Mixtures of labeled fragments with varied specificity or multivalent hybrid fragments permit detection and localization of more than one tumor or tumor cell type. Antibodies and injectable compositions for use in the methods of the invention are also provided.
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