Archives: Glossary
A type of antibody that is made in the laboratory from a single clone of a unique white blood cell and can bind to certain targets in the body, such as antigens on the surface of cancer cells. Monoclonal antibodies can be used in the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases, including some types of […]
Refers to having a disease or a symptom of disease, or to the amount of disease within a population. Morbidity also refers to medical problems caused by a treatment.
The study of intermediate products (metabolites) that are made and stored when the body breaks down food, drugs, or its own tissue. Metabolites play essential roles in many bodily processes and are affected by the environment and disease and also influence these. Examples of metabolites include amino acids, glucose and many others. Metabolomics may help […]
A person who contributes lived experience perspectives to a research project, review panel, advisory group or funding process. Their role is usually to guide researchers and funders to understand, perform and communicate practical, emotional and community relevant research.
A process that analyses data from different studies done about the same subject. The results of a meta-analysis are usually stronger than the results of any study by itself.
A review of the existing research in a particular area, which relates to a current problem being investigated.
Personal experience of cancer or of caring for, supporting or being close to someone affected by cancer. In research, people with lived experience can help make sure research reflects what matters to people affected by cancer and the broader community.
A laboratory method that uses antibodies to check for certain antigens (markers) in a sample of tissue or cells. The antibodies can only bind to the antigen they are specific for, and are usually linked to an enzyme or a fluorescent dye to allow later visualisation under a microscope as an indirect confirmation of the […]
Laboratory experiments that are done using scientific equipment, such as test tubes and dishes. They are not performed in animals or humans.
Experiments that are done in a living organism, such as an animal or human.