Method to type prion proteins

Details Method to type prion proteins Method to type prion proteins

2005-05-03

2005-05-03

Housel, James (Department: 1648)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or...

Involving hydrolase

C435S004000, C435S184000, C435S212000, C435S219000, C530S350000, C530S400000

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06887676

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to methods and materials for use in the typing, diagnosis, prevention and/or treatment of prion disease.

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