GABA biomarkers for depression
US8562950B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 15, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q2600/158
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Differential expression of nucleic acids in the brains of subjects suffering from late-onset depression has been demonstrated. The invention provides methods useful in the determination of late-onset depression. Also provided by the present invention is a screening method for the identification of compounds for treatment, prevention or diagnosis of late-onset depression.
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