Biological & Chemical Substances terms

A radioactive substance that is used in imaging tests, and is being studied in the treatment of cancer.

A radioactive substance being studied as an imaging agent in head and neck cancers and other types of cancer.

A radioactive substance being studied as an imaging agent in head and neck cancers and other types of cancer.

A hormone found in the brain, platelets, digestive tract, and pineal gland.

A compound that contains the radioisotope yttrium Y 90 linked to the chemical biotin.

A chemical made by some types of nerve cells.

A hormone made in the pituitary gland.

A chemical compound that is used to make one of the building blocks of DNA and RNA.

A substance present in all living cells that provides energy for many metabolic processes and is involved in making RNA.

A hormone and neurotransmitter.

A hormone made in the pituitary gland.

A substance made from shark cartilage that is being studied for its ability to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow.

A chemical substance found in beer, wine, and liquor, and some medicines, mouthwashes, household products, and essential oils (scented liquid taken from plants).

A substance that causes an allergic response.

A substance found in certain plants, including aloe vera.

A chemical substance that contains aluminum sulfate and a second chemical, usually potassium sulfate.

A substance found in the pits of many fruits such as apricots and papayas, and in other foods.

A hormone made from testosterone in the prostate, testes, and certain other tissues.

A substance found in certain plants, including burdock.

A substance found in certain plants, including burdock.