Modified hookworm neutrophil inhibitors
US5919900A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 26, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jul 6, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2015 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02B2075/027
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Compositions enriched for Neutrophil Inhibitory Factor which inhibit neutrophil activity including adhesion to vascular endothelial cells are provided. Also provided are recombinant Neutrophil Inhibitory Factors which also which inhibit neutrophil activity. Such compositions may comprise a glycoprotein isolated from nematodes. These compositions and recombinant Neutrophil Inhibitory Factors are useful in the therapy of conditions which involve abnormal or undesired inflammatory responses.
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