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2. What is attached to a monoclonal antibody to help detect cancerous tumours and blood clots?

  • A radioactive tracer
  • Glucose
  • Enzymes

3. How are monoclonal antibodies used in pregnancy tests?

  • The hormone HGH or hCG in urine binds to mobile antibodies. The bound antibody then attaches to an immobilised antibody, producing a colour change.
  • Monoclonal antibodies in the urine bind to hCG on the pregnancy stick, producing a line.

4. A cancer cell is also known as a ________ cell

  • Myeloma
  • Carcinogen
  • Stem

5. Why are cancer cells used in the production of monoclonal antibodies?

  • They make antibodies
  • They replicate quickly
  • They can produce anti-toxins to neutralise toxins produced by pathogens

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