Glossary
Philadelphia chromosome: A chromosomal abnormality that results from a translocation between chromosomes 22 and 9. It is a marker in CML.Monoclonal antibody: Antibodies that are raised against a specific target.
Immunosuppression: A condition when the immune system is compromised.
Adjuvant Chemotherapy: It is the use of drugs as an added treatment for cancer patients whose disease has spread outside the original site(s).
Radiation Treatment: Using ionizing radiation like gamma rays to treat cancer.
Myelosuppression: A condition where the bone marrow cells are severely affected, as in the case of certain cancers.
Secondary cancer: Cancer that arises as a result of treating an already existing cancer.
