Method for detection of hepatocellar carcinoma (HCC) using an octanoate breath test
US9629616B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 5, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2458/15
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to methods and systems for diagnosis, prognosis and monitoring of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Specifically, the present invention relates to the use of breath tests based on isotope-labeled octanoate in the detection and monitoring of HCC.
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