How to Pronounce Bevacizumab (Avastin)
be-va-SIZ-u-mab
IPA: /bɛ.væ.ˈsɪz.ʌ.mæb/
Brand name: Avastin
be
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Bevacizumab is pronounced be-va-SIZ-u-mab
How do you pronounce Bevacizumab?
Bevacizumab is pronounced “be-va-SIZ-u-mab”. It has 5 syllables: be ‑ va ‑ siz ‑ u ‑ mab. The stress falls on the third syllable, “siz”.
How many syllables are in Bevacizumab?
Bevacizumab has 5 syllables: be ‑ va ‑ siz ‑ u ‑ mab.
What does Bevacizumab mean?
Bevacizumab is a monoclonal antibody targeting vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) used for colorectal, lung, and renal cancers. It inhibits tumor angiogenesis by blocking new blood vessel formation.
Word Parts
suffix
-zumab
humanized monoclonal antibody
Common Mispronunciations
Commonly mispronounced "bev-a-KIZ-oo-mab" — stress on SIZ: be-va-SIZ-u-mab
Where You'll Encounter This
Colorectal, lung cancer. Targeted biologic therapy. Usually given by injection or infusion.
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