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Methods of using an apparatus for prolonging survival of platelets using CMP-sialic acid, UDP-galactose or both

US8517967B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 8, 2011
Grant dateAug 27, 2013
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Expiry dateNov 8, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/108331
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides modified platelets having a reduced platelet clearance and methods for reducing platelet clearance. Also provided are compositions for the preservation of platelets. The invention also provides methods for making a pharmaceutical composition containing the modified platelets and for administering the pharmaceutical composition to a mammal to mediate hemostasis.

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