Egg specific surface proteins

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2005-11-08

2005-11-08

Nolan, Patrick J. (Department: 1644)

Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series

Organic compounds

Carbohydrates or derivatives

C536S023100, C435S325000, C435S252300, C530S350000, C530S853000

Reexamination Certificate

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06962988

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to proteins that are expressed in oocytes, nucleic acid sequences encoding those proteins and antibodies generated against those proteins. Composition and methods are provided for using the disclosed oocyte proteins as targets for contraceptive drugs.

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