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ANTIGEN COCKTAIL [1 record]

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Record 1 1997-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Surgical Treatment
  • Medication
CONT

The body's immune system distinguishes normal from "foreign" cells by the molecules, called antigens, found on each cell wall. Cancer cells have specific antigens that act as targets for the immune system. Some scientists say a vaccine containing the right combination and number of these antigens - a cocktail, in research lingo - is the best potential weapon.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Traitements non chirurgicaux
  • Médicaments
OBS

antigène : substance qui peut engendrer des anticorps. (antigènes microbiens).

Spanish

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