Genetic immunization with cationic lipids

Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Preparations characterized by special physical form – Liposomes

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C435S320100, C435S455000, C435S458000, C514S04400A, C424S130100

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ABSTRACT:
A method for immunization using genetic material is disclosed. Compositions for genetic immunization comprising cationic lipids and polynucleotides are also disclosed. Methods for using genetic immunization to produce polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies are also disclosed. A method for epitope mapping is also disclosed.

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