Detecting genetic predisposition to periodontal disease
US5686246A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 3, 1995 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S435/81
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and kit for the identification of a patient's genetic polymorphism pattern associated with increased periodontal disease severity is disclosed. The kit includes DNA sample collecting means and means for determining a genetic polymorphism pattern which is then compared to control samples to determine a patient's susceptibility to severe periodontal disease.
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