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Hybrid DNA synthesis of insulin

US5015575A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 13, 1990
Grant dateMay 14, 1991
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Expiry dateFeb 13, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2319/036
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and compositions are provided for efficient production of polypeptides having insulin activity. The proinsulin gene is joined to secretion and processing signals for expression and secretion in yeast. The product may be obtained in enhanced yield in the nutrient medium. Cell line pyinse was deposited at the A.T.C.C. on Apr. 6, 1983 and given Accession No. 20670.

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