ProtoKinetix Evaluates Results of Recent Stem Cell Storage Using AAGP™
PROTOKINETIX INC. (PKTX: OTCBB)
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, APRIL 05, 2007
Vancouver, British Columbia, April 5, 2007 – ProtoKinetix, Inc. (the "Company") (OTCBB: PKTX) has ascertained that the presence of AAGP™ not only protects delicate stem cells against the harsh storage environment but also prevents the premature differentiation into an undesirable cellular state. Tests have been commissioned to take place at one of Europe’s most prestigious stem cell research centres using human embryonic and neuronal stem cells.
Current survival and viability of human stem cells can be as low as 5% using existing storage protocols. The addition of a small concentration of AAGP™ has, to date, yielded as high as 100% viability. Cryopreservation of stem cells is a market that has exploded in recent years. ProtoKinetix’ entry into this multi billion dollar market is just another example of the many commercial applications of this family of molecules.
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About ProtoKinetix
ProtoKinetix Inc. is a Biotechnical Company that has researched and produced a patented family of synthetic Anti-Aging Glycoprotein (AAGP™) molecules for use in cosmetics, cryopreservation, organ transplantation and anti-inflammatory medicine. Sign up for free automatic email news alerts at our new website at: www.protokinetix.com
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On behalf of the Board of Directors
Dr. John Todd – President
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Corporate Inquiries Investor Relations
Blair Henderson
Telephone: 604-687-9887
AGORACOM Investor Relations
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