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Revise Edexcel GCSE Biology 5.3.8 Production of monoclonal antibodies with the question bank, lessons, revision guides, and flashcards.
Describe the production of monoclonal antibodies, including: a use of lymphocytes which produce desired antibodies but do not divide • b production of hybridoma cells • c hybridoma cells produce antibodies as they divide. Explain the use of monoclonal antibodies, including: a in pregnancy testing • b in diagnosis including locating the position of blood clots and cancer cells and in treatment of diseases including cancer • c the advantages of using monoclonal antibodies to target specific cells compared to drug and radiotherapy treatments
