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Genomic classification of malignant melanoma based on patterns of gene copy number alterations

US8498821B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 28, 2009
Grant dateJul 30, 2013
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Expiry dateOct 8, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02A90/10
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The invention is directed to methods and kits that allow for classification of malignant melanoma cells according to genomic profiles, and methods of diagnosing, predicting clinical outcomes, and stratifying patient populations for clinical testing and treatment using the same.

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