In Monoclonal Antibodies: What Are They? we discussed a little bit about how T-cells and B-cells function within the immune system and how... Read more »
The Immune System: Invaders and Defenders We are surrounded by billions of bacteria and viruses which try to invade our bodies and... Read more »
As I have written previously, treatment of diabetes is divided into two aspects: "until the cure" and "the cure." Major diabetes... Read more »
As mentioned in a previous blog, George Washington and Georgetown Universities are partnering with the DEFEND 2 Monoclonal Antibody trials.... Read more »
Biogen Idec was pleased to announce last week that the FDA has approved an update to the prescription labeling of the drug Tysabri... Read more »
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An antibody is a protein produced by the body's immune system when it detects harmful substances, called antigens. Examples of antigens include... Read more »
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Antibody titer is a laboratory test that measures the presence and amount of antibodies in blood. The antibody level in the blood is a reflection of... Read more »
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Antimitochondrial antibodies (AMA) are substances (antibodies) that form against mitochondria, an important part of cells. Mitochondria are the... Read more »
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Antithyroglobulin antibody is a test to measure antibodies to a protein called thyroglobulin, which is found in thyroid cells.Alternative... Read more »
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IgE Antibodies are a type of immunoglobulin made by the body which are implicated in allergic reactions.The immune system produces at least five... Read more »