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Aluminum Hydroxide

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Aluminum Hydroxide Definition

An inorganic compound containing aluminum. Used in various immunologic preparations to improve immunogenicity, aluminum hydroxide adjuvant consists of aluminum hydroxide gel in a saline solution. In vaccines, this agent binds to the protein conjugate, resulting in improved antigen processing by the immune system. (NCI04)

Aluminum Hydroxide Synonyms

Aluminum Hydroxide, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, Aluminum hydroxide

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