Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing – Heterocyclic carbon compound – Hetero-o
Reexamination Certificate
2008-05-20
2008-05-20
Sisson, Bradley L. (Department: 1634)
Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing
Heterocyclic carbon compound
Hetero-o
C435S006120, C435S287200, C536S023100, C536S024300
Reexamination Certificate
active
07374945
ABSTRACT:
The present invention features a method and associated kit for increasing the association rate between polynucleotides having complementary, single-stranded regions, where the method includes providing to a test sample containing the complementary polynucleotides one or more synthetic, water soluble polycationic polymers.
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Cappellari Charles B.
Gen-Probe Incorporated
Sisson Bradley L.
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