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DNA encoding a testicular carnitine transporter

US7582447B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 3, 2007
Grant dateSep 1, 2009
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Expiry dateSep 7, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q2600/158
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

It is intended to identify and provide a novel carnitine transporter gene participating in carnitine transport in the testis and epididymis and carnitine transporter which is a protein encoded by the gene. A protein comprising the amino acid sequence represented by SEQ ID NO: 2 or an amino acid sequence derived therefrom by deletion, substitution or addition of one to several amino acids and being capable of transporting carnitine or its analog; and a gene encoding this protein.

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