Abstract: The invention relates to a method of excysting and growing protozoal oocysts by in vitro tissue culture resulting in production of a continuous culture of merozoites. The invention also provides an economical and reliable supply of cultured Eimeria sp. for vaccine production, assays and research. Domesticated avians that have been vaccinated using the provied Eimeria sp. are also provided.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 29, 2007
Date of Patent:
October 19, 2010
Assignees:
Schering-Plough Corporation, Pathogenes, Inc.
Abstract: The invention relates to a method of excysting and growing protozoal oocysts by in vitro tissue culture resulting in production of a continuous culture of merozoites. The invention also provides an economical and reliable supply of cultured Eimeria sp. for vaccine production, assays and research. Domesticated avians that have been vaccinated using the provied Eimeria sp. are also provided.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 20, 2003
Date of Patent:
July 31, 2007
Assignees:
Schering-Plough Corporation, Pathogenes, Inc.