Activation-dependent protein expressed on the surface of activated platelets and antibodies thereto
US5773228A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 2, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2015 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07K16/3061
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides a thrombin-activated platelet protein (TAPP). The protein is selectively expressed on the surface of thrombin-activated platelets. Antibodies which selectively bind to the thrombin-activated platelet protein are also provided. These compositions find use in the detection and treatment of blood clots.
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