Pathway specific markers for diagnosing irritable bowel syndrome
US9739786B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 11, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 11, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2800/52
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides methods for aiding in the diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in an individual. In particular, the present invention is useful for determining whether the individual does not have either celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and has IBS and/or a subtype thereof. Thus, the present invention provides an accurate diagnostic prediction of IBS and is useful for guiding treatment decisions.
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