Serum marker for measuring liver fibrosis

Details Serum marker for measuring liver fibrosis Serum marker for measuring liver fibrosis

2007-07-17

2007-07-17

Wallenhorst, Maureen M. (Department: 1743)

Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing

Heterocyclic carbon compound

Hetero-o

C436S063000, C436S093000, C536S053000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11180867

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides methods and kits to detect liver fibrosis or a change in the gradation of liver fibrosis in mammals. The diagnostic marker is based on the profiling and identification of diagnostic carbohydrates present in a body fluid such as blood serum.

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