Oligoclonal

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008215",
  "term": "Oligoclonal",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a population of cells, such as lymphocytes, or antibodies that originate from a limited number of distinct clones. This indicates a restricted immune response, often seen in chronic inflammatory conditions or certain infections. Oligoclonal bands in cerebrospinal fluid are a diagnostic marker for multiple sclerosis.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1223 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/oligoclonal/"
}