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TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand

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1 Definition of TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand

Meaning of TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand: A cell protein that can attach to certain molecules in some cancer cells and may kill the cells.

A cell protein that can attach to certain molecules in some cancer cells and may kill the cells. TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand is being studied in the treatment of cancer. Also called Apo-2L, TRAIL, and tumor necrosis factor-related apoptosis-inducing ligand.

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