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  • Matrix-degrading metalloproteinase
    Patent number: 5482848
    Abstract: An 80 kDa metaloproteinase is found in hormone-dependent human breast cancer cells. The enzyme is active in the presence of calcium, manganese, or magnesium ions. The 80 kDa proteinase is useful for evaluating therapeutic progress and in formulating plans for treatment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 9, 1996
    Assignee: Georgetown University
    Inventors: Robert B. Dickson, Yuenian E. Shi