Pancratistatin
Pancratistatin
Pancratistatin (pronounced pan-kra-tis-ta-tin) is a natural compound derived from the Amaryllidaceae family of plants, specifically the Hymenocallis littoralis species, also known as the spider lily.
Etymology
The term "Pancratistatin" is derived from the genus name of the plant, Pancratium, from which it was first isolated. The suffix "-statin" is commonly used in the naming of pharmaceutical compounds that inhibit or reduce a specific biological function.
Description
Pancratistatin is a non-toxic, anti-cancer agent that has been shown to induce apoptosis, or programmed cell death, in various types of cancer cells. It is a unique compound due to its ability to selectively target and kill cancer cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed.
Related Terms
- Apoptosis: A form of programmed cell death that occurs in multicellular organisms.
- Amaryllidaceae: A family of flowering plants from which Pancratistatin is derived.
- Hymenocallis littoralis: A species of plant in the Amaryllidaceae family, also known as the spider lily.
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
- Pharmaceutical Compounds: Chemical substances used in the treatment, cure, prevention, or diagnosis of disease or used to otherwise enhance physical or mental well-being.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pancratistatin
- Wikipedia's article - Pancratistatin
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