Single Biggest Cancer Dictionary in the World
What is SCH-58500?
Pronunciation: /sch* fifty-eight* ˈθaʊzənd, faɪv ˈhənərd/
SCH-58500
Definition
A substance that has been studied in the treatment of some types of cancer. SCH-58500 is a weakened adenovirus that carries the p53 gene into tumor cells, causing them to die. It is a type of gene therapy. Also called ACN53, rAd/p53, and recombinant adenovirus-p53.