What Does ATG Mean in Medical Terms?

ATG stands for antithymocyte globulin (induction). T-cell depleting induction drug.

Where you will see ATG

You will most often see ATG in kidney unit and dialysis charts, medication orders and prescriptions, operation notes and surgical ward charts.

Example

A medication order might be written with “ATG” as shorthand for antithymocyte globulin (induction).

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