HER-2/neu is a receptor tyrosine kinase overexpressed in many cancers, particularly breast cancer, and is the target of trastuzumab (Herceptin) in its treatment.
HER-2/neu is een receptor tyrosine kinase die overmatig wordt uitgedrukt in veel kankergevallen, met name borstkanker. Het is het doelwit van trastuzumab (Herceptin) bij de behandeling ervan.
| Front | A receptor tyrosine kinase overexpressed in many cancers, particularly breast cancer, that is the target of trastuzumab Herceptin used in its treatment |
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| Back | HER-2/neu |
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