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Methods and compositions for increasing antibody production

US7608429B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 2003
Grant dateOct 27, 2009
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Expiry dateSep 22, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2319/30
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides methods and compositions for improved expression and production of recombinant antibodies in host cell expression systems. In particular, prokaryotic expression and production of antibodies with modified hinge cysteine residues are provided. The invention further provides compositions, kits and articles of manufacture for practicing methods of the present invention.

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