Tumor Specific Peptide
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Tumor Specific Peptide Definition
Protein fragments that are derived specifically from tumor cells and presented to T cells by Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) molecules expressed on antigen presenting cells or even on the tumors themselves. Often used alone or as conjugates with other molecules as experimental tumor vaccines. (NCI/OSP)Tumor Specific Peptide Synonyms
Tumor Specific PeptideTerms in Tumor Specific Peptide category
Carcinoembryonic Antigen Peptide 1Peptide 946