Blocking antibody

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001383",
  "term": "Blocking antibody",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An antibody that binds to a specific antigen and prevents it from interacting with its normal receptor or ligand, thereby inhibiting a biological process. These antibodies can neutralize toxins, viruses, or cellular signaling molecules. They are used therapeutically to modulate immune responses or block disease pathways.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1135 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/blocking-antibody/"
}