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Transforming growth factor .alpha.H1

US5633147A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 8, 1994
Grant dateMay 27, 1997
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Expiry dateMar 8, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2799/026
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed is a human TGF.alpha.-H1 polypeptide and DNA (RNA) encoding such TGF.alpha.-H1 polypeptides. Also provided is a procedure for producing such polypeptide by recombinant techniques and for producing antibodies and antagonists against such polypeptide. Such polypeptides may be combined with a suitable pharmaceutical carrier or diluent to provide diagnostic, therapeutic and/or prophylactic effects against various diseases. Also provided, are methods of using the antibodies and antagonists to inhibit TGF.alpha.-H1 for therapeutic purposes.

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