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Meaning of PV701: An attenuated, replication-competent, oncolytic strain of Newcastle disease virus.

Definition of PV701

An attenuated, replication-competent, oncolytic strain of Newcastle disease virus. PV701 selectively lyses tumor cells. The selectivity of this agent is related to defects in the interferon-mediated antiviral response found in tumor cells.

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