alkylating agent

noun

Meaning

A chemical compound that adds an alkyl group to DNA, effectively preventing cell division and growth.

Examples

The oncologist explained that the alkylating agent would be the primary component of the chemotherapy regimen.
Researchers are studying how this specific alkylating agent interacts with tumor cell structures.

Synonyms: chemotherapy drug, DNA-damaging agent, cytotoxic agent, antineoplastic agent

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alkylating agent

noun

Pronunciation: ˈæl.kɪ.leɪ.tɪŋ ˈeɪ.dʒənt

Definition

A chemical compound that adds an alkyl group to DNA, effectively preventing cell division and growth.

Examples

The oncologist explained that the alkylating agent would be the primary component of the chemotherapy regimen.
Researchers are studying how this specific alkylating agent interacts with tumor cell structures.

Synonyms of alkylating agent

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