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What is

antibody-drug conjugate RC118

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Pronunciation: /ˈæntɪˌbɑdi drəg ˌkɑnʤəˈgeɪt rc* wən ˈhənərd ənd ˈeɪˈtin/

antibody-drug conjugate RC118

Definition

An antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) composed of an as of yet undisclosed monoclonal antibody against a tumor-associated antigen (TAA) linked to an as of yet undisclosed cytotoxic agent, with potential antineoplastic activity. Upon intravenous administration, the monoclonal antibody moiety of ADC RC118 targets and binds to the TAA expressed on tumor cells. Upon binding and internalization, the cytotoxic agent is released and kills the TAA-expressing cancer cells, through an as of yet unknown mechanism of action.