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Fusion proteins and their use in the diagnosis and treatment of leishmaniasis

US8231881B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 2009
Grant dateJul 31, 2012
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Expiry dateSep 26, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S435/975
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates generally to a fusion protein made from a synthetic gene construct comprising of elements derived from the Leishmania antigens K26, K39, and K9. The fusion protein is particularly useful in the diagnosis of leishmaniasis, particularly visceral leishmaniasis in animals such as humans and dogs.

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