Genes associated with retinal dystrophies
US5686598A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 22, 1996 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2016 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The gene responsible for the autosomal recessive retinal degenerative disease RP 14 is identified, TULP1. The genes are used to produce the encoded protein; in screening for compositions that modulate the expression or function of TULP1 protein; and in studying associated physiological pathways. The DNA is further used as a diagnostic for genetic predisposition to retinal degeneration.
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