S. aureus fibrinogen binding protein gene

Details S. aureus fibrinogen binding protein gene S. aureus fibrinogen binding protein gene

2006-02-07

2006-02-07

Graser, Jennifer E. (Department: 1645)

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Immunoglobulin, antiserum, antibody, or antibody fragment,...

Binds bacterium or component thereof or substance produced...

C530S387100, C530S388100, C424S130100, C424S141100, C424S150100

Reexamination Certificate

active

06994855

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to the isolation of the fibrinogen binding protein gene fromStaphylococcus aureusand to the use of the fibrinogen binding protein and antibodies generated against it for wound healing, blocking adherence to indwelling medical devices, immunization or diagnosis of infection.

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