BCG

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BCG Definition

An attenuated strain of Mycobacterium bovis with non-specific immunoadjuvant and immunotherapeutic properties. Although the mechanism of its anti-tumor activity is unclear, immunization with BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin) likely activates a Th1 cytokine response that includes induction of interferon. Vaccination with BCG may be immunoprotective against infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. (NCI04)

BCG Synonyms

BCG, BCG (Pasteur), Bacillus Calmette-Guerin, Mycobacterium bovis (Strain BCG)

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