The process of enrolling patients in a clinical research study (trial), or the number of patients already enrolled in a trial or anticipated to enroll in a trial. Acute: A sudden onset of symptoms or disease. Albumin: Simple water-soluble proteins that are found in blood serum and many other animal and plant tissues. Alkylating Agent

See "Transplantation." Amyloidosis

Any drug that relieves pain. Aspirin and acetaminophen are mild analgesics. Analog

A decrease in the normal number of red blood cells, usually below 10g/dL with over 13-14g/dL being normal. Myeloma in the bone marrow blocks red blood cell production causing shortness of breath, weakness and tiredness. Anesthesia

Blood vessel formation, which usually accompanies the growth of malignant tissue, including myeloma. Angiogenesis inhibitors

Drugs used to treat infection. Antibody

A drug that prevents or controls nausea and vomiting. Antifungal agent

Any foreign substance (such as a bacteria, virus, toxin or tumor) that, when introduced into or arising in the body, causes the immune system to produce natural antibodies. Antineoplastic agent

The long bones (i.e. arms and legs) which are attached to spine, chest and pelvis. Apoptosis

The process of removing fluid or tissue, or both, from a specific area. Asymptomatic myeloma