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tumor necrosis factor

A protein produced by macrophages in the presence of an endotoxin and shown experimentally to be capable of attacking and destroying cancerous tumors.

tumor necrosis factor

A protein that is produced by monocytes and macrophages and is able to attack and destroy tumor cells. It can also exacerbate certain chronic inflammatory diseases.

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tumor necrosis factor - a proinflammatory cytokine that is produced by white blood cells (monocytes and macrophages); has an antineoplastic effect but causes inflammation (as in rheumatoid arthritis)

TNF, tumour necrosis factor

cytokine - any of various protein molecules secreted by cells of the immune system that serve to regulate the immune system

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