Provide an example of a monoclonal antibody that can be modified differently to either detect or eradicate a tumor

What will be an ideal response?


Ibritumomab, an anti-CD20 antibody, is used in cases of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. When conjugated to indium-111, it aids in the identification of the location and size of primary tumors and the degree of metastasis. When conjugated to yttrium-90, it precisely targets and kills tumor cells with its β-radiation.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which term describes inflammation of the gallbladder?

A) cholangitis? B) ?cholecystectomy C) ?cholecystitis D) ?cholelithiasis

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