DNA sequences related to fragile X syndrome
US6197500A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 9, 1993 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2013 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q2600/156
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The DNA sequence spanning the fragile X site on the X human chromosome has been obtained in purified and isolated form. As fragile X is associated with mental retardation, the availability of a DNA which spans this locus permits diagnosis and treatment of the related mental disorders.
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