Manual of Patent Examining Procedure - MPEP

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§ 38.1 Lack of Abstract - Patent Cooperation Treaty

§ 38.1 Lack of Abstract

If the international application does not contain an abstract and the receiving Office has notified the International Searching Authority that it has invited the applicant to correct such defect, the International Searching Authority shall proceed with the international search unless and until it receives notification that the said application is considered withdrawn.

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