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Role of Immunity in Cancer Remains a Puzzle.

Authors :
Prehn, Liisa M.
Source :
BioScience; Jun1981, Vol. 31 Issue 6, p449-452, 4p
Publication Year :
1981

Abstract

Immunity definitely has a role, among other homeostatic mechanisms, in cancer control. However, that role is complex and controversial. Extensive experimental work in vivo and in vitro has shown that immunity may inhibit or, under certain circumstances, actually stimulate cancer growth. (Accepted for publication 29 December 1980) [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00063568
Volume :
31
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
BioScience
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
28051177
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2307/1308433