tirapazamine

A drug that makes tumor cells more sensitive to radiation therapy. … [Read more...]

tissue

A group or layer of cells that work together to perform a specific function. … [Read more...]

tissue flap reconstruction

A type of breast reconstruction in which a flap of tissue is surgically moved from another area of the body to the chest, and formed into a new breast mound. … [Read more...]

tissue plasminogen activator

An enzyme made in the body that helps dissolve blood clots. A form of this enzyme is made in the laboratory to treat heart attacks, strokes, and clots in the … [Read more...]

TLF

A drug being studied in the treatment of kidney cancer that has spread. It is also being studied in the treatment of other types of cancer and other conditions. … [Read more...]

TLK286

A substance that is being studied in the treatment of cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called glutathione analogs. Also called Telcyta. … [Read more...]

TM

A mental technique used to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve quality of life. TM is the registered trademark of the Maharishi Foundation Ltd. Also … [Read more...]

TNF

A protein made by white blood cells in response to an antigen (substance that causes the immune system to make a specific immune response) or infection. TNF can … [Read more...]

TNF-bound colloidal gold

A substance being studied in the treatment of some types of cancer. TNF-bound colloidal gold is made in the laboratory by binding a cancer-killing protein … [Read more...]

TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand

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 … [Read more...]