Plantibody

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009003",
  "term": "Plantibody",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An antibody or antibody fragment that is produced by a genetically modified plant. The gene encoding the desired antibody is introduced into the plant's genome, which then synthesizes and accumulates the protein in its tissues, such as leaves or seeds. This production method offers a potentially low-cost and scalable alternative to conventional systems that use mammalian cell cultures for generating therapeutic or diagnostic antibodies.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1229 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/plantibody/"
}