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Methods for detecting for the presence of tumor cells and for screening for anti-tumor agents

US6670125B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 17, 2001
Grant dateDec 30, 2003
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Expiry dateMay 17, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2333/49
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and kit for detecting the presence of tumor cells in an animal by detecting expression of VEGF-B186, determining an increased expression of VEGF-B186, or by determining an increased expression of VEGF-B186 relative to expression of VEGF-B167. The kit comprises a receptacle adapted to receive a sample and a means for detecting expression of VEGF-B186 from the sample. Also, a method for screening for anti-tumor agents.

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