Method of detecting endometriosis
AssigneeCenter for Molecular Medicine and Immunology
InventorsRosalyn D. Blumenthal, David M. Goldenberg, Michael Samoszuk
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Abstract
Kits for detecting and treating endometriosis are provided, which contain a targeting molecule comprising an eosinophil peroxidase-binding component. Methods of detecting and treating endometriosis using eosinophil peroxidase-specific targeting molecules are also provided Targeting molecules comprise an eosinophil peroxidase-binding component and an accessory component; the accessory component comprising an agent conferring detectability or a therapeutic effect.
Claims6
A method of diagnosing endometriosis, comprising contacting endometrial tissue with an agent which comprises an eosinophil peroxidase-binding component and a detectable label, and then detecting said agent.
A method of treating endometriosis, comprising providing a patient in need of said treatment with an effective amount of an agent which comprises an eosinophil peroxidase-binding component and a cytoablative agent.
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