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Oligonucleotide probes for detection of periodontal pathogens

US5378604A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 12, 1993
Grant dateJan 3, 1995
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Expiry dateJan 12, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q1/689
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to compositions of oligonucleotide probes for use in the detection of bacteria associated with medical disorders of the human mouth, wherein said probes consist essentially of a segment of nucleic acid capable of selectively hybridizing under hybridizing conditions, to the 16S or 23S ribosomal RNA [rRNA] of said bacteria. Methods for detection, as well as diagnostic kits for the assay of these bacterium, are also disclosed.

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