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autologous CAR T cells U87

A preparation of autologous T lymphocytes that have been genetically modified to express a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) specific for an as of yet undisclosed tumor-associated antigen (TAA), with potential immunostimulating and antineoplastic activities. Upon administration, autologous CAR T cells U87 specifically targets and binds to tumor cells that express the undisclosed TAA, resulting in tumor cell lysis.
Synonym:autologous CAR T lymphocytes U87
Code name:U 87
U-87
U87
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