Tissue rejection

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2006-05-15

2010-02-23

Kapushoc, Stephen (Department: 1634)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

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ABSTRACT:
This document relates to methods and materials involved in detecting tissue rejection (e.g., organ rejection). For example, this document relates to methods and materials involved in the early detection of kidney tissue rejection.

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