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Methods for molecular detection

US8034569B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 6, 2009
Grant dateOct 11, 2011
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Expiry dateJun 6, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q2537/161
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

This invention relates to methods for molecular detection, particularly to methods utilizing target-specific molecular probes. In exemplary embodiments, target-specific molecular probes include single-stranded deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or ribonucleic acid (RNA) aptamers. In general, the molecular probe may bind with relatively high specificity to a given target. In one aspect, a method for molecular detection comprises a molecular probe paired to a reporter molecule wherein the molecular probe impairs the amplification of the reporter molecule in the absence of the target molecule.

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