With the advent of better methods for the generation of hybridomas such as electrofusion and oncogene transfection, modifications allowing the exploitation of non-immunogenic molecules, and the development of techniques for producing interspecific hybrids, the contribution of this technology as a tool for research in the agricultural sciences ...

Applications of monoclonal antibody technology in the agricultural sciences may be loosely categorized as either (1) analytical, either biochemical or immunological, (2) diagnostic, or (3) therapeutic or prophylactic. Within these categories several main areas of research within the agricultural sciences may be identified. Analytical ...

In this chapter, we present the basic concepts and practical applications of hybridoma technology in agricultural, medical, veterinary and industrial applications.

Technical advancement in the applicability of hybridoma technology to other animal species (other than mice) of different phytogenic origin has led to the development of novel mAbs to conserve human antigens. It has opened a new path for therapeutic and diagnostic mAbs with high specificity and affinity to poorly immunogenic targets.

This section explores the diverse clinical and practical applications of hybridoma technology, highlighting its crucial role in monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapeutics, in vivo diagnostics, immunotherapy, and biotechnological advancements.