Multiparameter FACS assays to detect alterations in exocytosis

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PATENT NO 6897031
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09062330

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Described is a method for screening for alterations in exocytosis of a population of cells. The cells are sorted by a FACS machine by assaying for alterations in at least three of the properties selected from the group consisting of light scattering, fluorescent dye uptake, fluorescent dye release, annexin granule binding, surface granule enzyme activity, and the quantity of granule specific proteins. Methods for screening for bioactive agents capable of modulating exocytosis in a cell are also described. The methods provide for reduced background and increased specificity without increasing the time or steps involved in assaying for exocytosis.

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RIGEL INC772 LUCERNE DRIVE SUNNYVALE CA 94086

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Fisher, Joseph Belmont, CA 81 2329
Lorens, James Menlo Park, CA 20 165
Payan, Donald Hillsborough, CA 59 3028
Rossi, Alexander San Francisco, CA 10 206

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