Detection of pancreatitis-associated protein for screening for cystic fibrosis

摘要

PCT No. PCT/FR93/01299 Sec. 371 Date Aug. 30, 1995 Sec. 102(e) Date Aug. 30, 1995 PCT Filed Dec. 23, 1993 PCT Pub. No. WO94/15218 PCT Pub. Date Jul. 7, 1994The invention relates to in vitro detection of human pancreatitis-associated protein (hPAP) for the purpose of screening for cystic fibrosis. hPAP is quantitated in a biological sample, preferably blood, and a high value is indicative of pancreatic dysfunction. Immunoassays as rapid, reliable methods for hPAP quantitation are provided as are antibodies for use in the assays and hybridomas for production of monoclonal antibodies preferred for use in the assays.