The CAR T-Cell Therapy Clinical Journey Guide
Glossary
B cell
A type of white blood cell (or lymphocyte) that makes antibodies to fight infection. Like all other cells in the body, B cells can become cancerous.
B-cell aplasia
Low numbers of B cells. B-cell aplasia is one of the expected results of successful anti-CD19 targeted therapy.
Bone marrow biopsy
A procedure that takes a sample of bone marrow by inserting a hollow needle through the bone (usually the hip bone) and into the bone marrow.
Bridging therapy
Therapy that is meant to control cancer during the time between leukapheresis and CAR T-cell infusion.
