Immuno #17.txt

What is HAMA response?

murine (mouse) antibodies that cause a unique response
what is a Naked antibody?

One that induces ADCC
What is a conjugated monoclonal antibody (Immunoconjugate)?

Antibody bound to toxin, drug, chemotherapy used to attack cells and release toxins
Why use Fab fragments over Fc?

Fab does not mount an immune response, so the toxin is just taken care of with less side effects
What is a neutralizing agent?

One used to fight toxins
What is the function of RhoGAM?

given to Rh- mothers to clear fetal RBCs before mother mounts an immune response against child
Cetuximab

Monoclonal against EGF receptor (Growth factor)

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Immuno #17.txt

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Immuno #17

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2011-04-27T04:42:44Z

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