Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting in vivo cell death by measuring levels of ubiquitous and tissue specific miRNA. The method can be applied for detection of pathologies caused or accompanied by cell death, as well as for diagnosis of infectious disease, cytotoxic effects induced by different chemical or physical factors, and the presence of specific fetal abnormalities.

Abstract: This invention provides compositions and methods for rapid separation, isolation and purification of nucleic acids from biological samples using anionic exchange media. The method can utilize commercially available strong or weak anion exchanger materials with selected solutions of known ionic strength for adsorption and elution. The instant method is particularly advantageous as it permits the purification and identification of shorter fragments of nucleic acids from bodily fluids which, until now, had not been identified.

Abstract: The present invention provides highly sensitive methods used for diagnosing and monitoring various diseases and disorders by detecting and analyzing “ultra short” (20-50 base pair) nucleic acids obtained from bodily fluids.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for the differential detection of high risk forms of HPV from a urine sample provided by a patient. Specifically, the invention provides primers and probes that specifically recognize and bind sequences within the E1 gene of HPV. Detection of high risk forms of HPV identifies individuals at risk of developing or in the early stages of cervical carcinoma.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for the differential detection of high risk forms of HPV from a urine sample provided by a patient. Specifically, the invention provides primers and probes that specifically recognize and bind sequences within the E1 gene of HPV. Detection of high risk forms of HPV identifies individuals at risk of developing or in the early stages of cervical carcinoma.

Abstract: The present invention provides highly sensitive methods used for diagnosing and monitoring various diseases and disorders by detecting and analyzing “ultra short” (20-50 base pair) nucleic acids obtained from bodily fluids.

Abstract: The present invention provides highly sensitive methods used for diagnosing and monitoring various diseases and disorders by detecting and analyzing “ultra short” (20-50 base pair) nucleic acids obtained from bodily fluids.

Abstract: This invention provides compositions and methods for rapid separation, isolation and purification of nucleic acids from biological samples using anionic exchange media. The method can utilize commercially available strong or weak anion exchanger materials with selected solutions of known ionic strength for adsorption and elution. The instant method is particularly advantageous as it permits the purification and identification of shorter fragments of nucleic acids from bodily fluids which, until now, had not been identified.

Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting in vivo cell death by measuring levels of ubiquitous and tissue specific miRNA. The method can be applied for detection of pathologies caused or accompanied by cell death, as well as for diagnosis of infectious disease, cytotoxic effects induced by different chemical or physical factors, and the presence of specific fetal abnormalities.

Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting in vivo cell death by measuring levels of ubiquitous and tissue specific miRNA. The method can be applied for detection of pathologies caused or accompanied by cell death, as well as for diagnosis of infectious disease, cytotoxic effects induced by different chemical or physical factors, and the presence of specific fetal abnormalities.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for diagnosis or monitoring of viral infection by detecting the presence of transrenal viral nucleic acids or nucleic acids of viral origin in urine sample, with or without isolation of nucleic acids from a urine sample. The analysis of the nucleic acids is performed through hybridization of the nucleic acids with specific probes, or through a chain amplification reaction with specific primers. The methods are applicable to all viral pathogenic agents, including RNA, DNA, episomal, or integrated viruses.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for the differential detection of high risk forms of HPV from a urine sample provided by a patient. Specifically, the invention provides primers and probes that specifically recognize and bind sequences within the E1 gene of HPV. Detection of high risk forms of HPV identify individuals at risk of developing or in the early stages of cervical carcinoma.

Abstract: The present invention provides highly sensitive methods used for diagnosing and monitoring various diseases and disorders by detecting and analyzing “ultra short” (20-50 base pair) nucleic acids obtained from bodily fluids.

Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting in vivo cell death by measuring levels of ubiquitous and tissue specific miRNA. The method can be applied for detection of pathologies caused or accompanied by cell death, as well as for diagnosis of infectious disease, cytotoxic effects induced by different chemical or physical factors, and the presence of specific fetal abnormalities.

Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting the presence of specific nucleic acid sequences as well as nucleic acid modifications and alterations by analyzing urine samples for the presence of transrenal nucleic acids. More specifically, the present invention encompasses methods of detecting specific fetal nucleic acid sequences and fetal sequences that contained modified nucleotides by analyzing maternal urine for the presence of fetal nucleic acids. The invention further encompasses methods of detecting specific nucleic acid modifications for the diagnosis of diseases, such as cancer and pathogen infections, and detection of genetic predisposition to various diseases. The invention specifically encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acid modifications for the monitoring of cancer treatment. The invention further encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acids in urine to track the success of transplanted cells, tissues and organs.

Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting the presence of specific nucleic acid sequences as well as nucleic acid modifications and alterations by analyzing urine samples for the presence of transrenal nucleic acids. More specifically, the present invention encompasses methods of detecting specific fetal nucleic acid sequences and fetal sequences that contained modified nucleotides by analyzing maternal urine for the presence of fetal nucleic acids. The invention further encompasses methods of detecting specific nucleic acid modifications for the diagnosis of diseases, such as cancer and pathogen infections, and detection of genetic predisposition to various diseases. The invention specifically encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acid modifications for the monitoring of cancer treatment. The invention further encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acids in urine to track the success of transplanted cells, tissues and organs.

Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting and/or quantifying specific nucleic acid sequences by analyzing urine samples for nucleic acids that have crossed the kidney barrier. More specifically, the present invention encompasses methods of analyzing specific fetal nucleic acid sequences by analyzing maternal urine for the presence of fetal nucleic acids. The invention further encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acid alterations for the diagnosis of disease. The invention encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acid alterations for the diagnosis of cancer and the monitoring of its treatment. The invention further encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acids in urine to track the success of transplanted cells, tissues and organs.

Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting the presence of specific nucleic acid sequences by analyzing urine samples for the presence of nucleic acids that have crossed the kidney barrier. More specifically, the present invention encompasses methods of detecting specific fetal nucleic acid sequences by analyzing maternal urine for the presence of fetal nucleic acids. The invention further encompasses methods of detecting specific nucleic acid alterations for the diagnosis of disease.

Abstract: Described are non-invasive methods of detecting the presence of specific nucleic acid sequences as well as nucleic acid modifications and alterations by analyzing urine samples for the presence of transrenal nucleic acids. More specifically, the present invention encompasses methods of detecting specific fetal nucleic acid sequences and fetal sequences that contained modified nucleotides by analyzing maternal urine for the presence of fetal nucleic acids. The invention further encompasses methods of detecting specific nucleic acid modifications for the diagnosis of disease, such as cancer and pathogen infections, and detection of genetic predisposition to various disease. The invention specifically encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acid modifications for the monitoring of cancer treatment. The invention further encompasses methods of analyzing specific nucleic acids in urine to track the success of transplanted cells, tissues and organs.