Peptide analogues of the 65KD isoform of human glutamic acid decarboxylase and uses thereof
US5945401A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 23, 1995 |
| Grant date | Aug 31, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2015 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Peptides and peptide analogues of the 65 kD isoform of human glutamic acid decarboxylase are provided for use in the treatment and prevention of diabetes. Peptide analogues contain generally from one to three amino acid alterations. Peptides and analogues may be used to diagnose diabetes and detect a predisposition to diabetes.
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