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What is 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate?
Pronunciation: /twɛlv oʊ tetradecanoylphorbol* ˈθərˈtin ˈæsəˌteɪt/
12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate
Definition
A substance being studied in the treatment of leukemias and lymphomas. It is also being studied in the treatment of other types of cancer. 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate affects many cell actions and may cause tumor cells to die. It is a type of phorbol ester. Also called tetradecanoylphorbol acetate.