Detection of Head and Neck Cancer Using Hypermethylated Gene Detection

Methods and kits for detection of a cell proliferative disorder, such as head and neck cancer are provided utilizing analysis of the methylation state of targeted genes or regulatory regions of genes in a saliva or serum sample are described. The presence of hypermethylation of the genes or their regulatory regions is indicative of the presence, or a stronger possibility of recurrence and or a poorer prognosis in subjects with cancer.

Patents:
WO 2,009,120,249

Inventor(s): CALIFANO JOSEPH A [US]

Type of Offer: Licensing



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