OvaRex

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OvaRex
TermOvaRex
Short definitionResult - (pronounced) (OWT-kum) specific outcome or effect that can be measured. Examples of outcomes include reduced pain, reduced tumor size, and improvement in disease 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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OvaRex - (pronounced) (OH-vuh-REX) A monoclonal antibody being studied to treat ovarian cancer. Monoclonal antibodies are made in the laboratory and can locate and attach to substances in the body, including cancer cells. OvaRex binds to the CA-125 antigen found on most ovarian cancer cells. Also called oregovomab

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