Detection and modulation of cancer stem cells

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or... – Involving antigen-antibody binding – specific binding protein...

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C530S387100, C530S387700

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ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to method for detecting and modulating the expression and activity of REX-1. As described herein, REX-1 is expressed in certain cancer cells, including cancer stem cells. The invention also provides methods for detecting and/or treating cancer.

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