Definition of ALCAM

ALCAM: A receptor expressed on T cells which
is involved in the adhesion of cells. ALCAM stands for activated leukocyte cell adhesion molecule. The gene encoding ALCAM is on chromosome 3 in region 3q13.1-q13.2. The ALCAM gene has been reported to be less active in breast tumors with a poor prognosis.

Definition of Ad-

Ad-: Latin prefix meaning "toward" and "in the direction of," as in adduction (movement of a limb toward the midline of the body), adhesion, and adrenal (toward the kidney).

Definition of Activated leukocyte cell adhesion molecule

Activated leukocyte cell adhesion molecule: See: ALCAM.