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What is SOD1 inhibitor ATN-224?

Pronunciation: /sɑd wən ˌɪnˈhɪbətər atn* tu ˈhənərd ənd tˈwɛntiˌfɔr/

SOD1 inhibitor ATN-224

Definition

A substance being studied in the treatment of cancer. It may prevent the growth of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow. SOD1 inhibitor ATN-224 also blocks enzymes that cells need to divide and grow, and it may kill cancer cells. It is a type of antiangiogenesis agent and a type of superoxide dismutase inhibitor. Also called ATN-224.