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Methods of detecting mutations associated with ataxia-ocular apraxia 2 (AOA2)

US8192933B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 11, 2010
Grant dateJun 5, 2012
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Expiry dateJul 3, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q2600/158
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods of identifying polymorphisms associated with ataxia-ocular apraxia 2 (AOA2), are described. The polymorphisms associated with AOA2 include specific mutations in the senataxin (SETX) gene. Also described are methods of diagnosis of AOA2, as well as methods of assessing an individual for carrier status for AOA2.

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