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Method for detecting of premenstrual syndrome

US5093265A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 16, 1987
Grant dateMar 3, 1992
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Expiry dateDec 16, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S436/811
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and other conditions may be diagnosed according to the invention by measuring the level of luteinizing hormone antibodies in the system of a woman subject. A low level of such antibodies as compared to levels measured for non-PMS women indicates that the patient suffers from PMS. A patient identified by this method is then treated as needed, such as by oral administration of progesterone, to alleviate the symptoms of the condition.

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