HealthAugust 9, 2026

bispecific

bye-spi-SIF-ik

Definition

Referring to a type of antibody or engineered protein that can bind to two different antigens or target cells simultaneously.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'bi-' meaning 'two' and the word 'specific,' referring to the capability of the molecule to address two distinct targets at once.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe advanced immunotherapy treatments that work by connecting cancer cells to immune system cells, highlighting their efficacy in supportive oncology.

Why ePROs Are the Future of Supportive Oncology Care

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Targeted Oncology

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