monoclonal

[mon-uh-klohn-l]

adjective

1. pertaining to cells or cell products derived from a single clone.

noun

1. a monoclonal antibody or other monoclonal product.

Word History and Origins

Origin of monoclonal¹

First recorded in 1910–15; mono- + clone + -al ¹

Example Sentences

To prevent severe RSV in infants, officials recommend either maternal vaccination or immunizing the infant with a monoclonal antibody.

From Los Angeles Times

In large clinical trials, monoclonal antibodies relieved osteoarthritis pain better than placebo or other drugs, but because some patients experienced worsening joint damage, the treatments were not approved.

From Science Daily

Benralizamab is a monoclonal antibody which targets specific white blood cells, called eosinophils, to reduce lung inflammation.

From Science Daily

That study will also have to assess cost-effectiveness since monoclonal antibodies, like this therapy, are expensive drugs.

From BBC

You cannot have monoclonal antibodies at aspirin prices.

From BBC