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What is the purpose of using monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) as diagnostic tools?
To identify the presence of specific proteins
How are monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) produced by hybridoma technology?
By fusing un-dividing B lymphocytes producing specific antibodies with myeloma cells
Which method is an alternative way to produce monoclonal antibodies using human B-cells?
By transforming human B-cells with Epstein-Barr virus
What is the basis of hybridoma technology for producing monoclonal antibodies?
Fusion of un-dividing B lymphocytes producing specific antibodies with myeloma cells
What is the main benefit of using monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) for therapeutic purposes?
High specificity and recognition of only one epitope on the antigen
Learn about the differences between monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies and how they are produced in the immune response. Understand the enrichment process of antibodies specific to antigens.
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