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Genetically engineered human acetylcholinesterase

US5595903A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 2, 1993
Grant dateJan 21, 1997
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Expiry dateAug 2, 2013

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

Abstract

Genetically engineered human acetylcholinesterase and antibodies that def the protein are described. These composition may be used in pharmaceutical preparations for treatment and prophylaxis of organo-phosphorous compound poisoning or post-operative apnea. Also described are human cholinesterase DNA probes which may be employed for diagnosing progressing ovarian carcinomas and hemocytopoietic disorders.

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