Probiotics for use in expecting female mammals for enhancing the immunity of their offsprings
US9414621B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2035/115
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to the use of probiotic on expecting female mammals to boost the immune status of offspring. The use can induce an enhanced response of the offspring after birth to an infectious antigenic exposure. Ultimately the use of probiotic in expecting females can induce a better protection of offspring against infectious diseases.
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