Preservation of cell-free RNA in blood samples
US8304187B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 11, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q2527/127
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for preserving and processing cell-free nucleic acids located within a blood sample is disclosed, wherein a blood sample containing cell-free nucleic acids is treated to reduce both blood cell lysis and nuclease activity within the blood sample. The treatment of the sample aids in increasing the amount of cell-free nucleic acids that can be identified and tested while maintaining the structure and integrity of the nucleic acids.
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