Preferred Label : Magnetic-Targeted Carrier;
NCIt synonyms : MTC; Magnetic-Targeted Carriers;
NCIt definition : Microparticles comprised of metallic iron and activated carbon used as a delivery
vehicle for pharmaceutical agents.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A tiny bead made from particles of iron and carbon that can be attached
to an anticancer drug. A magnet applied from outside the body then can direct the
drug to the tumor site. This can keep a larger dose of the drug at the tumor site
for a longer period of time, and help protect healthy tissue from the side effects
of chemotherapy.;
CAS number : 63-99-0;
NSC code : 2177;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000045089;
Origin ID : C2677;
UMLS CUI : C1518154;
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