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Hereditary cataract status in canines based on HSF4 gene marker

US8124337B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 29, 2007
Grant dateFeb 28, 2012
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Expiry dateJun 20, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2800/166
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides methods for assessing the Hereditary cataract (HC) status of a canine mammal, which methods comprise use of an HSF4 marker to assess the status. Preferred canine mammals are dogs selected from the following breeds: Staffordshire bull terrier, Boston terrier, French bulldog, Mastiff, Bulldog, Boxer, Bullmastiff, Miniature bull terrier.

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