Method of enhancing an immune response
US7994146B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 11, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method of enhancing an immune response to an antigen is provided. The method involves augmenting the level of a TAP molecule in a target cell bearing the antigen. Preferably, the TAP molecules enhanced by administering a nucleic acid sequence encoding a TAP-1 and/or TAP-2 molecule. The method is useful in treating infectious diseases and cancer.
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