Biological response modifier
Biological Response Modifier
A Biological Response Modifier (pronunciation: bi-o-log-i-cal re-sponse mo-di-fi-er) is a substance that enhances or suppresses the body's immune response, often used in the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases.
Etymology
The term "Biological Response Modifier" is derived from the English language. "Biological" comes from the Greek word "bios" meaning life, and "logos" meaning study. "Response" is from the Latin "respondere" meaning to answer, and "Modifier" from the Latin "modificare" meaning to limit or measure.
Definition
A Biological Response Modifier is a type of drug or treatment that stimulates or restores the ability of the immune system to fight infection and disease. This is also used to lessen side effects that may be caused by some cancer treatments. They are also known as immunomodulatory drugs.
Types of Biological Response Modifiers
There are several types of Biological Response Modifiers, including Interferons, Interleukins, Colony Stimulating Factors, Monoclonal Antibodies, and Cytokines. Each of these has a different effect on the immune system and is used in different ways in the treatment of disease.
Uses
Biological Response Modifiers are used in a variety of medical treatments. They are most commonly used in the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases, but can also be used in the treatment of other conditions, such as HIV/AIDS and hepatitis.
Related Terms
- Immunotherapy
- Immunomodulatory Drugs
- Cytokines
- Interferons
- Interleukins
- Monoclonal Antibodies
- Colony Stimulating Factors
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Biological response modifier
- Wikipedia's article - Biological response modifier
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