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Novel atrial natriuretic/vasodilator polypeptides

US4764504A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 8, 1985
Grant dateAug 16, 1988
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Expiry dateMay 8, 2005

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2319/75
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and compositions are provided for inducing natriuresis, diuresis and vasodilatation in mammalian hosts by administering atrial natriuretic/vasodilator polypeptides to said host. Also provided are methods for producing such polypeptides, and antibodies which are capable of recognizing and specifically binding to them.

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