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Methods for identifying inducers and inhibitors of proteolytic antibodies, compositions and their uses

US6855528B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 22, 2001
Grant dateFeb 15, 2005
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Expiry dateAug 30, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2317/34
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Covalently reactive antigen analogs are disclosed herein. The antigens of the invention may be used to stimulate production of catalytic antibodies specific for predetermined antigens assocated with particular medical disorders. The antigen analogs may also be used to permanently inactivate endogenously produced catalytic antibodies produced in certain autoimmune diseases as well as in certain lymphoproliferative disorders.

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