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A substance being studied in the treatment of cancer.
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A graphic display of depth, width, and height.
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A graphic display of depth, width, and height.
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A procedure that uses a computer to create a 3-dimensional picture of the tumor.
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A procedure that uses a computer to create a 3-dimensional picture of the tumor.
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A type of monoclonal antibody used in cancer detection or therapy.
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A procedure in which radio waves and a powerful magnet linked to a computer are used to make detailed pictures of areas inside the body.
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A drug used in the treatment of cancer.
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A form of the drug tamoxifen that is made by the body after taking tamoxifen.
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A substance that is used in cancer research to cause tumors in laboratory animals.
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A substance that is used in cancer research to cause tumors in laboratory animals.
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Laws set by the U.S.
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Laws set by the U.S.
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A substance that blocks an enzyme needed by the body to make dihydrotestosterone (a male sex hormone made from testosterone).
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A substance being studied in the treatment of some types of cancer.
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A drug used to treat symptoms of cancer of the colon, breast, stomach, and pancreas.
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A drug used to treat symptoms of cancer of the colon, breast, stomach, and pancreas.
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A type of drug used to treat certain types of irritable bowel syndrome and relieve nausea and vomiting.
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5HIAA.
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A hormone found in the brain, platelets, digestive tract, and pineal gland.