Angiozyme
Angiozyme
Angiozyme (pronounced: an-gee-o-zyme) is a synthetic Ribozyme that has been designed to inhibit the growth of new blood vessels, a process known as Angiogenesis. It is primarily used in the treatment of Cancer and Macular Degeneration.
Etymology
The term 'Angiozyme' is derived from two words: 'Angio' which is a prefix used in medical terminology to refer to blood vessels, and 'zyme' which is a suffix used to denote enzymes. The term thus refers to an enzyme that acts on blood vessels.
Usage
Angiozyme works by binding to a specific RNA sequence in the cells that line the blood vessels. This binding inhibits the production of a protein that is necessary for the growth of new blood vessels. By inhibiting this process, Angiozyme can help to slow the growth of tumors and other conditions that rely on the formation of new blood vessels.
Related Terms
- Ribozyme: A type of RNA molecule that can catalyze specific biochemical reactions, similar to the action of protein enzymes.
- Angiogenesis: The physiological process through which new blood vessels form from pre-existing vessels.
- Cancer: A group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body.
- Macular Degeneration: A medical condition which may result in blurred or no vision in the center of the visual field.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Angiozyme
- Wikipedia's article - Angiozyme
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