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angiostatin

(ănˌjē-ō-stătˈn)

noun

A naturally occurring protein that is a specific inhibitor of endothelial proliferation and a potent angiogenesis inhibitor. It is under investigation as a potential cancer therapy.

Origin:

Origin: angio(genesis)

Origin: + -stat

Origin: + -in

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