Gastrointestinal defensins, cDNA sequences and method for the production and use thereof
US5641497A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 24, 1993 |
| Grant date | Jun 24, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2013 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention provides gastrointestinal peptides useful as antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents. This invention also provides methods for producing peptides, pharmaceutical compositions containing the gastrointestinal defensin peptides, and methods of use thereof. Methods of diagnosing gastrointestinal disorders are also provided.
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