Rexin G
Rexin G
Rexin G (pronounced: /ˈrɛksɪn dʒi:/) is a gene therapy vector that is used in the treatment of various types of cancer. It is a genetically engineered retrovirus that carries a therapeutic gene, which is specifically designed to kill cancer cells.
Etymology
The term "Rexin G" is derived from the words "retrovirus" and "gene". The "Rex" part of the name comes from "retrovirus", which is a type of virus that can insert a copy of its genome into the DNA of a host cell. The "G" stands for "gene", referring to the therapeutic gene that the virus carries.
Usage
Rexin G is used in the treatment of a variety of cancers, including pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, sarcoma, and osteosarcoma. It works by targeting and destroying cancer cells without harming healthy cells. This is achieved through the use of a therapeutic gene, which is delivered to the cancer cells by the retrovirus.
Related Terms
- Gene Therapy: A technique that uses genes to treat or prevent disease.
- Retrovirus: A type of virus that can insert a copy of its genome into the DNA of a host cell.
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
- Pancreatic Cancer: A type of cancer that starts in the pancreas.
- Breast Cancer: A type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts.
- Sarcoma: A type of cancer that starts in the cells of the connective or supportive tissues.
- Osteosarcoma: A type of cancer that starts in the cells of the bones.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rexin G
- Wikipedia's article - Rexin G
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