Methods and animal model for analyzing age-related macular degeneration
US7928284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 29, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q2600/158
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods for testing candidate drugs for treatment of age-related macular degeneration are provided. Ccl2-deficient, and Ccr2-deficient mice are used to determine the effect of candidate drugs and treatments on development of age-related macular degeneration. Also provided is a Ccl2-deficient, Ccr2-deficient dual knockout mouse, which is a useful animal model for age-related macular degeneration.
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