Method of detecting cancer using delta-catenin

ECU Author/Contributor (non-ECU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)

Yan-hua Chen (Creator)

Qun Lu (Creator)

Institution

East Carolina University (ECU )

Web Site: http://www.ecu.edu/lib/

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for detecting or screening for the presence of cancer in a subject. The method comprises obtaining , providing or collecting a tissue or fluid sample (such as a urine sample) from said subject , and then determining the presence or absence of delta-catenin in said sample , or increased levels of delta-catenin in said sample as compared to a normal or control subject. The presence of delta-catentin in said sample , or increased levels of delta-catenin in said sample , indicating said subject is afflicted with or at least at risk of developing cancer.

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Other

Language: English

Date: 2008

Keywords

cancer, screening, delta-catenin

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