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OMP26 antigen from Haemophilus influenzae

US6245338A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 22, 1997
Grant dateJun 12, 2001
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Expiry dateDec 22, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S435/975
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A novel antigenic protein derived from the outer membrane of H. influenzae is provided. DNA sequences encoding such a protein are also provided as are vaccines comprising the protein and methods of immunizing a subject against H. influenzae infection. The invention also includes methods for the prophylaxis or treatment of respiratory tract infections or otitis media, as well as methods for the detection of H. influenzae, and kits for use in such methods.

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