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capromab pendetide
A substance used to detect prostate cancer. It contains a monoclonal antibody that binds to prostate cells, linked to a substance that can bind radioisotopes. Capromab pendetide is combined with indium 111 and injected into the body. A gamma camera (a special camera that detects radioactivity) is used to find prostate cancer cells in the body. Capromab pendetide is a type of immunoconjugate. Also called ProstaScint.
- Parte del discurso: noun
- Industria/ámbito: Asistencia sanitaria
- Categoría: Tratamiento del cáncer
- Company: U.S. HHS
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- Lionel M
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