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    GlossaryAbatacept (Orencia)

    medication that inhibits T-cell activation to treat autoimmune diseases

    Abatacept, also known by the brand name Orencia, is a medication used to treat autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis. It works by inhibiting the activation of T-cells, a type of white blood cell that plays a key role in the immune response, thereby reducing inflammation and preventing the immune system from attacking healthy tissues.

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