A practical use of monoclonal antibodies is
Correct answer: A. treating some cancers and detecting pregnancy
- A. treating some cancers and detecting pregnancy
- B. sterilising surgical instruments
- C. filtering blood in dialysis
- D. grinding food in digestion
Explanation
Because each monoclonal antibody recognises one target, it can mark cancer cells for destruction or detect the hormone hCG in pregnancy tests. Their value lies in precision, not in physical processes.
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