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Target specific cross-linked heteroantibodies

US4676980A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 23, 1985
Grant dateJun 30, 1987
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Expiry dateSep 23, 2005

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S436/819
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention discloses a target specific cross-linked heteroantibody and a method of producing the same. The cross-linked heteroantibodies of the present invention can cause normal autologous cells of the immune system to destroy any unwanted cell for which an antibody is available. Treatment or control of tumors, viral infected cells, fungi, bacteria, parasites and the like is now made possible through the use of the heteroantibody complex of the present invention.

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