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Nucleic acid primers and probes for detecting Legionella pneumophila

US5968739A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 10, 1996
Grant dateOct 19, 1999
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Expiry dateDec 10, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02A50/30
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Nucleic acid sequences that are useful for detecting Legionella pneumophila are herein provided. These sequences can be used in hybridization assays or amplification based assays designed to detect the presence of Legionella pneumophila in a test sample. Additionally, the sequences can be provided as part of a kit.

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