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Methods for prognosis and monitoring cancer therapy

US8329408B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 2006
Grant dateDec 11, 2012
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Expiry dateOct 30, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q2600/136
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention also relates to biomarkers and the use of biomarkers for the prediction and prognosis of cancer as well as the use of biomarkers to monitor the efficacy of cancer treatment. Specifically, this invention relates to the use of HER-2, EGFR, VEGF, u-PA, p-PAI-1, and soluble forms thereof, as biomarkers for cancer, especially for subjects treated with sorafenib.

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