Methods for diagnosis and intervention of hepatic disorders
US8778299B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 11, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 21, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2800/085
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The disclosure provides a method for quantification of hepatic function in a subject comprising measuring the clearance of an orally administered isotopically labeled cholic acid in a subject with, or suspected of having or developing, a hepatic disorder, for example, chronic hepatitis C. The disclosure further provides methods and kits for assessment of hepatic function.
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