MITOMYCIN
\mˈa͡ɪtəmˌɪsɪn], \mˈaɪtəmˌɪsɪn], \m_ˈaɪ_t_ə_m_ˌɪ_s_ɪ_n]\
Definitions of MITOMYCIN
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a complex of antibiotic substances obtained from a Streptomyces bacterium; one form (trade name Mutamycin) shows promise as an anticancer drug
By Princeton University
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a complex of antibiotic substances obtained from a Streptomyces bacterium; one form (trade name Mutamycin) shows promise as an anticancer drug
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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An antineoplastic antibiotic produced by Streptomyces caespitosus. It acts as a bi- or trifunctional alkylating agent causing cross-linking of DNA and inhibition of DNA synthesis.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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