How to Pronounce Avelumab (Bavencio)

a-VEL-oo-mab
IPA: /æ.ˈvɛl.uː.mæb/
Brand name: Bavencio
a vel oo mab
Avelumab is pronounced a-VEL-oo-mab

How do you pronounce Avelumab?

Avelumab is pronounced “a-VEL-oo-mab”. It has 4 syllables: a - vel - oo - mab. The stress falls on the second syllable, “vel”.

How many syllables are in Avelumab?

Avelumab has 4 syllables: a - vel - oo - mab.

What does Avelumab mean?

Avelumab is a fully human monoclonal antibody targeting PD-L1. It is used for Merkel cell carcinoma and urothelial carcinoma. Unlike other PD-L1 inhibitors, it retains intact Fc-mediated antibody-dependent cytotoxicity (ADCC).

Word Parts

suffix -umab fully human monoclonal antibody

Common Mispronunciations

Stress on syllable 2 (VEL): a-VEL-oo-mab. Fully human (-umab) while atezolizumab is humanized (-zumab).

Where You'll Encounter This

Merkel cell carcinoma, urothelial carcinoma. Fully human PD-L1 inhibitor with preserved ADCC activity.

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