Monoclonal antibodies

• What are monoclonal antibodies?

  Identical antibodies
• How are monoclonal antibodies used in pregnancy tests?

  They detect specific hormones in urine
• What is a hybridoma cell made from?

  Fusion of a B cell and a tumor cell
• What are the applications of monoclonal antibodies in medicine?

  • Targeting cancer cells
  • Diagnosing cancer
  • Delivering drugs to cancer cells
  • Finding blood clots
• Can monoclonal antibodies be used to find blood clots?

  Yes, they can
• What humorous phrase is associated with pregnancy tests?

  "Wee on a stick"
• What are the benefits of using monoclonal antibodies in cancer treatment?

  • Specific targeting of cancer cells
  • Reduced side effects compared to traditional therapies
  • Ability to deliver drugs directly to tumors
• What is a unique use of monoclonal antibodies mentioned humorously?

  Detecting Irish rock stars
• What is the significance of hybridoma technology in producing monoclonal antibodies?

  • Allows for the production of identical antibodies
  • Enables targeted therapies in medicine
  • Facilitates research and diagnostics