National Cancer Institute National Cancer Institute
U.S. National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute
Dictionary of Cancer Terms
Send to Printer
biochanin A (BY-oh-KAH-nin)

 An isoflavone found in soy products. Soy isoflavones (estrogen-like substances made by some plants) are being studied to see if they help prevent cancer.

Previous Definitions:biliary system, biliary tract, bilirubin, binding agent, bioavailable
Next Definitions:biochemical reactions, biochemical recurrence, biochemical relapse, biochemist, biofeedback