Meaning of Campath-1H: A monoclonal antibody used to treat leukemia.

Definition of Campath-1H

A monoclonal antibody used to treat leukemia. Monoclonal antibodies are laboratory-produced substances that can locate and bind to cancer cells. Also called alemtuzumab.

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