Hookworm vaccine
US7303752B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 16, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A50/30
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Preparations which elicit an immune response to hookworm antigens and which may be utilized as hookworm vaccines are provided. In addition, a method of increasing the effectiveness of vaccinations against infectious diseases in patients infected with hookworm is provided. The method involves chemically treating the hookworm infestation prior to administering the vaccine.
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