Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series – Organic compounds – Carbohydrates or derivatives
Reexamination Certificate
2006-10-24
2006-10-24
Nguyen, Dave Trong (Department: 1632)
Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series
Organic compounds
Carbohydrates or derivatives
C435S325000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07125974
ABSTRACT:
An isolated nucleic acid comprising a nucleotide sequence at least 70% identical to SEQ ID NO:1, or a complementary sequence thereof. Presence of the nucleic acid in a subject predisposes the subject to an abnormal liver condition, an adenocarcinoma, or a combination thereof. Also disclosed are a method of diagnosing such diseases, a method of identifying a compound for treating such diseases, and a method of treating such diseases.
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Montanari David A.
Nguyen Dave Trong
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