Methods to stimulate insulin production by pancreatic β-cells
US7632812B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 14, 2005 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2039/53
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention features a method of treating deficiency of insulin in a patient, comprising administering to a patient in need thereof hedgehog protein or nucleic acid in an amount effective to raise the level of insulin in the patient.
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