Question

Explain the production of monoclonal antibodies and give an example of how they are used.

Answer 1

Answer:

Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) are produced by introducing an antigen to a mouse and then fusing polyclonal B cells from the mouse's spleen to myeloma cells. The resulting hybridoma cells are cultured and continue to produce antibodies to the antigen.

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:The use of monoclonal antibodies to treat diseases is called immunotherapy therapy because each type of monoclonal antibody will target a specific targeted antigen in the body. Uses for monoclonal antibodies include: Cancer. Rheumatoid arthritis.