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CDNA encoding the human α2 δ4 calcium channel subunit

US7157248B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 10, 2002
Grant dateJan 2, 2007
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Expiry dateNov 14, 2022

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

Abstract

The present invention provides nucleic acid and polypeptide sequences describing a novel isoform of the α2δ subunit of a voltage gated calcium channel, herein named as α2δ-4. The isolated nucleic acid or polypeptide molecule of the invention can be used in diagnosing and treating a disease or disorder associated with a defective α2δ-4 subunit, such as seizure-related syndromes, anxiety, multiple sclerosis, and the like.

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