Systems and methods for characterizing kidney diseases

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2006-11-21

2006-11-21

Tate, Christopher R. (Department: 1655)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or...

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ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to methods of diagnosing, predicting and monitoring kidney disorders. In particular, the present invention relates to the diagnosis, prediction and monitoring of kidney disorders by detection of cytokines, cytokine-related compounds and chemokines in urine. The present invention further relates to methods and compositions for assessing the efficacy of agents and interventions used to treat kidney disorders.

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