摘要 |
The present invention relates to polynucleotide and polypeptide molecules for zalpha48 and zsig97, two proteins that define a novel peptide hormone family. The DNA encoding the peptides and the encoded peptides are useful in treating disorders of the thyroid, prostate, neural dysfunction, immune dysfunction, diseases of the pancreas, adrenal gland, ovary, and pituitary. The present invention also includes methods for producing the protein, uses therefor and antibodies therefore.
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