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Acetaldehyde and malondialdehyde protein adducts

US5939535A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 8, 1997
Grant dateAug 17, 1999
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Expiry dateApr 8, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K16/18
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A novel protein adduct is disclosed which is associated with the presence of alcohol liver disease. The adduct is a hybrid product of malondialdehyde and acetaldehyde which act synergistically to bind hepatic proteins. The adduct is highly immunogenic and fluorescent. Methods of detection are also disclosed including monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies.

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