NCIt definition : An indication that expression of androgen receptor has been detected in a sample.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: Describes cells that have a protein that binds to androgens (male hormones).
Cancer cells that are AR may need androgens to grow. These cells may stop growing
or die when they are treated with substances that block the binding and actions of
androgen hormones.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000642119; CDR0000642120;