Analytical markers for malignant breast cancer
US5236844A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 21, 1991 |
| Grant date | Aug 17, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2011 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to a gene encoding a new member of the metalloproteinase family which has been found to be specifically associated with invasive breast cancer, and to methods of diagnosis for such cancer comprising detection of the marker or its nucleotide sequence, and to treatment or prophylaxis by inhibiting, altering the activity of or binding the marker, or by interfering with its synthesis.
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