Systems and methods for characterizing kidney diseases
US7138230B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 13, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2800/60
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to methods of diagnosing, predicting and monitoring kidney disorders. In particular, the present invention relates to the diagnosis, prediction and monitoring of kidney disorders by detection of cytokines, cytokine-related compounds and chemokines in urine. The present invention further relates to methods and compositions for assessing the efficacy of agents and interventions used to treat kidney disorders.
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