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DNA encoding sparc-related proteins

US6524799B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 16, 2000
Grant dateFeb 25, 2003
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Expiry dateOct 13, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K38/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides mammalian cDNAs which encode mammalian SPARC-related proteins. It also provides for the use of the cDNA, fragments, complements, and variants thereof and of the encoded protein, portions thereof and antibodies thereto for diagnosis and treatment of atherosclerosis and cell proliferative disorders. The invention additionally provides expression vectors and host cells for the production of the proteins and transgenic model systems.

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