tnf
IPA: tˈiˈɛnˈɛf
Root Word: TNF
noun
- (medicine) Initialism of tumor necrosis factor. [(medicine, biochemistry) Any of several polypeptide hormones, produced by macrophages, that can destroy some cancer cells.]
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Examples of "tnf" in Sentences
- The TNF protein plays a crucial role in inflammation and immune response
- High levels of TNF can indicate an overactive immune system
- TNF inhibitors are commonly used to treat autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis
- TNF can also contribute to the development of chronic conditions like Crohn's disease
- Researchers are constantly studying the effects of TNF on various health conditions
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