mon·o·clo·nal (m n  -kl  nl)adj. Of, forming, or derived from a single clone: a monoclonal population of tumor cells. n. A monoclonal product, especially a monoclonal antibody. |
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| Noun | 1. | monoclonal - any of a class of antibodies produced in the laboratory by a single clone of cells or a cell line and consisting of identical antibody molecules antibody - any of a large variety of proteins normally present in the body or produced in response to an antigen which it neutralizes, thus producing an immune response infliximab, Remicade - a monoclonal antibody (trade name Remicade) used to treat Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis; administered by infusion; use and dosage must be determined by a physician |
| Adj. | 1. | monoclonal - forming or derived from a single clone |
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