AKAP84 and its use for visualization of biological structures
US7455989B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 17, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 17, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07K2319/30
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A polynucleotide encoding a chimeric polypeptide is provided. The chimeric polypeptide includes (a) a first polypeptide region being capable of specifically binding at least one detectable molecule; and (b) a second polypeptide region being capable of specifically binding a biological component or macromolecule or targeting a cellular compartment. Methods utilizing the polynucleotide or the chimeric polypeptide for highlighting a cell compartment, a biological component or macromolecule are also provided.
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