IMMUNOGLOBULINS
MONOCLONAL ANTIBODIES
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Question
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Which of the following is not a reason why monoclonal antibodies are so useful?
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They are totally uniform
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They live forever
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They can be produced in very large quantities at a low cost
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They are highly specific
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Monoclonal antibodies can be designed to bind to, and identify, almost any substance. They can be used for many purposes: testing for pregnancy by detecting HCG hormones in urine. testing for diseases such herpes and chlamydia, and HIV which can lead to the development of AIDS.
Detailed explanation-2: -Monoclonal antibodies are one of the most successful biotherapeutic drugs used in the treatment of many types of cancer and autoimmune conditions. Their enhanced safety and lower toxicity in comparison to chemotherapy drugs are proven to reduce adverse side-effects and improve patient survival and well-being.
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