Data processing: measuring – calibrating – or testing – Measurement system in a specific environment – Biological or biochemical
Reexamination Certificate
2007-07-31
2007-07-31
Zeman, Mary K. (Department: 1631)
Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing
Measurement system in a specific environment
Biological or biochemical
C702S020000, C435S006120, C435S007100, C436S501000, C703S011000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10329056
ABSTRACT:
The invention provides methods and compositions for diagnostic assays for detecting bone and cartilage formation and therapeutic methods and compositions for treating disease and disorders related to bone and cartilage formation or resorption, such as osteoporosis and bone fractions. The invention also provides therapeutic methods for diseases related to bone or cartilage formation or resorption. Methods for identifying therapeutics for such diseases are also provided.
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Clancy Brian M.
Pittman Debra D.
Fitzpatrick ,Cella, Harper & Scinto
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Zeman Mary K.
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