Name: | Freund's Adjuvant |
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PubChem Substance ID: | 167480 |
Description: | An antigen solution emulsified in mineral oil. The complete form is made up of killed, dried mycobacteria, usually M. tuberculosis, suspended in the oil phase. It is effective in stimulating cell-mediated immunity (IMMUNITY, CELLULAR) and potentiates the production of certain IMMUNOGLOBULINS in some animals. The incomplete form does not contain mycobacteria. |
Synonyms: |
9007-81-2; Freund's complete adjuvant; FREUND'S ADJUVANT; Complete Freund's adjuvant; Immunostimulants, adjuvants, freund's
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