Whole-body optical imaging of gene expression and uses thereof
US6649159B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 19, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 19, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q1/6897
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to the whole-body external optical imaging of gene expression. Specifically, methods for whole-body external optical imaging of gene expression and methods for evaluating a candidate protocol or drug for treating diseases or disorders using a fluorophore operatively linked to the promoter of a gene and external optical imaging are provided herein. Methods to screen for substances or genes that regulate target promoters are also provided.
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