Mn gene and protein

Abstract From the Canadian patent

Identified herein is the location of the MN protein binding site and MN , proteins/polypeptides , that compete for attachment to vertebrate cells with immobilized MN protein. Such MN , proteins/polypeptides prevent cell-cell adhesion and the formation of intercellular contacts. , The MN protein binding site is a therapeutic target that can be blocked by organic or , inorganic molecules, preferably organic molecules more preferably , proteins/polypeptides that specifically bind to that site. Therapeutic methods for inhibiting the growth of , preneoplastic/neoplastic vertebrate cells that abnormally express MN protein are disclosed. , Vectors are provided that encode the variable …