Monovalent (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Containing only one kind of antibody.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The monovalent vaccine was designed to target a specific strain of the virus, increasing its effectiveness against that particular strain.
- Monovalent antibodies have been shown to be highly effective in treating certain types of cancer by targeting specific proteins on the surface of cancer cells.
- Researchers developed a monovalent serum that could neutralize a specific toxin, saving countless lives in the process.
- The monovalent nature of the antibody allowed it to bind specifically to the target antigen, reducing the risk of adverse reactions.
- By using monovalent antibodies, scientists were able to create a highly targeted therapy that could selectively kill cancer cells while sparing healthy cells.