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Date of Patent
November 1, 2016
Patent Application Number
13586556
Date Filed
August 15, 2012
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Patent abstract
C1q is shown to be expressed in neurons, where it acts as a signal for synapse elimination. Methods are provided for protecting or treating an individual suffering from adverse effects of synapse loss. These findings have broad implications for a variety of clinical conditions, including treating and preventing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease.
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