Authors

Beerelli Seshi

Document Type

Patent

Publication Date

April 2010

Patent Number

7691415

Abstract

There is provided an isolated pluri-differentiated human mesenchymal progenitor cells (MPCs), a method for isolating and purifying human mesenchymal progenitor cells from Dexter-type cultures, and characterization of and uses, particularly therapeutic uses for such cells. Specifically, there is provided isolated MPCs which can be used for diagnostic purposes, to enhance the engraftment of hematopoietic progenitor cells, enhance bone marrow transplantation, or aid in the treatment or prevention of graft versus host disease.

Application Number

11/999,055

Assignees

University of South Florida

Filing Date

12/04/2007

Primary/U.S. Class

424/577

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