Angiostatin
AN-jee-oh-STA-tin is a protein normally made by the body.
How is it made?[edit | edit source]
It can also be made in the laboratory, and is being studied in the treatment of cancer.
Mechanism of action[edit | edit source]
Angiostatin may prevent the growth of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow.
Classification[edit | edit source]
It is a type of antiangiogenesis agent.
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