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Liver stem cell

US7935528B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 19, 2005
Grant dateMay 3, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 4, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2501/58
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides a primary liver stem cell and a cell doublet consisting of a hepatocyte and the stem cell, both of which are derived from normal liver tissue. Methods of isolating the cells, genetically altering the cells, and using the cells for transplantation are also within the invention.

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