Human intra-acrosomal sperm antigen for use in a contraceptive vaccine
CA 2050910 C · Owner: Rector And Visitors Of The University Of Virginia (The) · Inventors: Wright, Richard M.; Herr, John C.
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A substantially purified infra-acrosomal human sperm antigen useful in a contraceptive vaccine is disclosed herein. The antigen remains associated with human sperm after the acrosome reaction. In particular, it remains associated with the inner and outer acrosomal membranes. Modified antigens and fragments thereof prepared by protein modification techniques are also disclosed as well as methods for purifying and using the antigens. Also disclosed are monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies to the antigen and methods of making and using such antibodies. Methods of use include purification of the antigen or use in various diagnostic techniques. Also disclosed are cDNA expression vectors, …
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- Filed March 2, 1990 and granted December 3, 2002. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended March 2, 2010.
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