Methods for the detection of circulating tumor cells
US8445225B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 3, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 25, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2800/52
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides methods for revealing, detecting, and analyzing circulating tumor cells in the blood of a subject. Revealing detectable circulating tumor cells allows for early stage detection and diagnosis in addition to long term prognosis in subjects with cancer. Additionally, enrichment allows for robust detection and clinically meaningful analysis of low volume samples for use in clinical settings as well as innovative methods for the treatment of cancers.
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