Which of the following best describes a monoclonal antibody?
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Correct answer: An antibody from a single cell clone that targets one epitope
Monoclonal antibodies are produced by a single clone of B cells and recognize a single specific epitope on an antigen. This makes them highly specific for immunohistochemical detection.
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