Question
Biology Question on human health and disease
What is true for monoclonal antibodies
A
These antibodies obtained from one parent and for one antigen
B
These obtained from different parents and for one antigen
C
These obtained from one parent and for many antigens
D
These obtained from many parents and for many antigen
Answer
These obtained from different parents and for one antigen
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is(B): These obtained from different parents and for one antigen. Monoclonal antibodies are uniform molecules designed to target a specific antigen. They are produced by introducing the antigen of interest into a rodent, such as a rat or mouse. Subsequently, cells from the spleen that generate these antibodies are isolated and merged with myeloma cells, resulting in the creation of monoclonal antibodies.