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Monoclonal antibodies
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AA Irandoost   |
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Abstract: (11837 Views) |
| Antibodies are proteins with a specific structure which enables them
to bind to specific antigens.
Collectively know as “Immunoglobulins” (Ig).
Antibodies are produced by mature B cells (plasma cell) usually in
response to infection or immunization. They are used to either
neutralize pathogens or to bind them preventing them from
migration so that they can undergo phagocytosis, removing the
threat of contracting disease.
Monoclonal antibody therapy is a form of passive immunotherapy as
the antibodies are made in large quantities outside the body. |
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| Keywords: Chemotherapy, Recombination, Hybridoma, monoclonal antibody |
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Type of Study: Original |
Received: 2012/03/8 | Accepted: 2014/06/3 | Published: 2014/06/3
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