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What is cell cycle checkpoint/DNA repair antagonist IC83?
Pronunciation: /sɛl ˈsaɪkəl ˈʧɛkˌpɔɪnt ˈdiˌɛˈneɪ rɪˈpɛr ænˈtægənəst ic* eighty-three*/
cell cycle checkpoint/DNA repair antagonist IC83
Definition
A proprietary agent with potential antineoplastic activity. IC83 appears to target cell cycle checkpoint/DNA repair enzymes, which are involved in the recognition and repair of damaged DNA and are overexpressed in many types of cancer cells. Inhibition of cell cycle checkpoint/DNA repair enzymes may enhance the cytotoxicity of DNA damaging agents and dissipate tumor cell resistance to chemotherapy and radiation therapy.