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Assay for polyomavirus in humans and uses thereof

US5213796A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 6, 1991
Grant dateMay 25, 1993
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2011

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q1/708
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods for detecting the propensity for an individual to be affected by a polyomavirus are disclosed. The methods include an assay wherein a biological specimen from a female is contacted with at least one probe capable of determining whether the female has been exposed to a polyomavirus. A method for prophylactically treating the female is also described.

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