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Mon, 16 Apr 2007 20:34 |
BLOOMFIELD, N.J. (AP) - Biotechnology company Alfacell Corp. said Monday preclinical studies of its developing drug Onconase showed it has potential in fighting tumors in non-small cell lung cancer and breast cancer.The drug is already in late-stage clinical development for malignant mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer found in the chest, abdominal cavity lining or the lining around the heart.Shares of Alfacell jumped 41 cents, or 16.9 percent, to $2.91 on the Nasdaq Stock Market in afternoon trading. The stock has traded between 73 cents and $3.94 over the last 52 weeks.Copyright 2007 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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