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Human osteoporosis gene

US6630304B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 14, 2000
Grant dateOct 7, 2003
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Expiry dateSep 14, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q2600/158
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A role of the human BMP2 gene in osteoporosis is disclosed. Methods for diagnosis, prediction of clinical course and treatment for osteoporosis using polymorphisms in the BMP2 gene are also disclosed.

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