Topic 3- monoclonal antibodies Flashcards
1
Q
what two things fuse together to create a hybridoma?
A
lymphocyte and tumor cell
2
Q
why fuse a lymphocyte with a tumor cell?
A
to allow the lymphocyte to clone quickly
3
Q
why are monoclonal antibodies so useful?
A
they will all bind to a specific cell or chemical in the body
4
Q
how can monoclonal antibodies be used to treat cancer?
A
the monoclonal antibody is combined with an anti-cancer drug can combine with tumor markers to find cancerous cells
5
Q
negative side effects of monoclonal antibodies?
A
fever, vomiting and low blood pressure
6
Q
Antiodies only fit to one _______.
A
Antibodies only fit to one antigen.
