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Method of assaying the bioactivity of a thymic extract

US4894329A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 27, 1987
Grant dateJan 16, 1990
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Expiry dateFeb 27, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q1/02
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of assaying the bioactivity of a thymic extract is disclosed. The disclosed method measures the chemiluminescence of macrophage derived from an immune-deficient mouse after stimulation with the sample thymic extract, phagocytic stimulator, and luminescent detecting solution. A kit suitable for practicing the method is also disclosed.

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