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Screening method for neuroprotective compounds

US5424218A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 4, 1993
Grant dateJun 13, 1995
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Expiry dateNov 4, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K38/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A partially purified omega conotoxin binding protein is disclosed. The protein, either in partially purified form or in a synaptosomal preparation, is useful in identifying compounds for use in reducing neuronal damage related to an ischemic condition, such as stroke, in a human patient.

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