biologic agent

Definition / meaning of biologic agent

A substance that is made from a living organism or its products and is used in the prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of cancer and other diseases. Biologic agents include antibodies, interleukins, and vaccines. Also called biological agent and biological drug.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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