Methylation of estrogen receptor alpha and uses thereof

Details Methylation of estrogen receptor alpha and uses thereof Methylation of estrogen receptor alpha and uses thereof

2007-03-29

2010-11-09

Myers, Carla (Department: 1634)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or...

Involving nucleic acid

C536S023100, C536S023500, C536S024100

Reexamination Certificate

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07829283

ABSTRACT:
Methods for diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of cancer based on the methylation status of the ER-α gene promoter are disclosed. Methylation of the ER-α gene promoter is indicative of cancer and unfavorable prognosis. The cancer can be treated with a demethylation agent.

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