Modulatory potency of the beta-galactoside-specific lectin from mistletoe extract (Iscador) on the host defense system in vivo in rabbits and patients.

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Published in Cancer Res on September 01, 1989

Authors

T Hajto1, K Hostanska, H J Gabius

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1: Laboratory of Immunology, Lucas Clinic, Arlesheim, Switzerland.

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