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What is DNA cross-linking agent?

Pronunciation: /ˈdiˌɛˈneɪ krɔs ˈlɪŋkɪŋ ˈeɪʤənt/

DNA cross-linking agent

Definition

A substance that binds DNA nucleotides together and blocks DNA synthesis. In cancer treatment, DNA cross-linking agents may kill cancer cells by damaging their DNA and stopping them from dividing.