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LNCaP
LNCaP (pronounced "el-en-cap") is a human prostate cancer cell line used in medical and biological research. It is derived from a lymph node metastasis of a human prostatic adenocarcinoma.
Etymology
The term "LNCaP" is an acronym derived from the first letters of Lymph Node Carcinoma of the Prostate.
Related Terms
- Prostate Cancer: A type of cancer that develops in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system.
- Cell Line: A cell culture developed from a single cell and therefore consisting of cells with a uniform genetic makeup.
- Metastasis: The spread of a cancer or other disease from one organ or part to another not directly connected with it.
- Adenocarcinoma: A type of cancerous tumor that starts in cells that form glands or in cells that line certain internal organs.
- Lymph Node: A small bean-shaped structure that is part of the body’s immune system.
Pronunciation
LNCaP is pronounced as "el-en-cap".
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on LNCaP
- Wikipedia's article - LNCaP
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