Gene Alias
Recombinant Fowlpox-CEA(6D)/TRICOM Vaccine
Background
Description: A cancer vaccine comprised of a recombinant fowlpox virus vector encoding the carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) and a TRIad of COstimulatory Molecules (B7-1, ICAM-1 and LFA-3) (TRICOM). This agent may enhance CEA presentation to antigen presenting cells (APC) and activate cytotoxic T-cells against CEA-expressing tumors. (NCI04) (NCIT_C2620).