Freeze-dried platelets, method of making and method of use as a diagnostic agent
US8097403B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 15, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2503/00
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides freeze-dried platelets and compositions comprising freeze-dried platelets for use as a diagnostic and calibration reagent for blood coagulation function. The invention also provides methods of diagnosing or monitoring blood coagulation function, including diagnosing or monitoring blood coagulation diseases and disorders. Kits for performing the methods of the invention are also included.
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