Detection of carcinoma metastases by nucleic acid amplification
US5766888A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jun 16, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2015 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q2600/158
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods are provided for detecting carcinoma metastases in selected body tissues and fluids. These methods offer greater than 1,000-fold enhanced sensitivity compared to prior standard diagnostic methods. In one embodiment of the invention, target carcinoma associated nucleic acid sequences are identified for detecting minimal residual disease in lung carcinomas. The methods utilize nucleic acid amplification techniques, preferably, the polymerase chain reaction.
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