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Method for extracting bilirubin-specific enzyme preparation

US4921804A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 12, 1987
Grant dateMay 1, 1990
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Expiry dateJun 12, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q1/34
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An enzyme preparation having specific bilirubin degrading activity is described. The enzymes useful therein are obtained from various higher plant sources of the families Solanaceae, Musaceae and Liliaceae. Specific plant sources include eggplants, tomatoes and potatoes from the Solanaceae family, bananas from the Musaceae family, and onions from the Liliaceae family. Assay compositions, analytical elements and methods for use of such are also described.

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