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Meaning of TUMOUR NECROSIS FACTOR

 
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 Definition: 
[n]  a proinflammatory cytokine that is produced by white blood cells (monocytes and macrophages); has an antineoplastic effect but causes inflammation (as in rheumatoid arthritis)
 
 Synonyms: TNF, tumor necrosis factor
 
 See Also: cytokine

 

 

 

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