MDV Antibody (3H9) is a mouse monoclonal IgG2b antibody that detects Marek Disease Virus in Marek Disease Virus by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Anti-MDV antibody (3H9) plays a crucial role in studying Marek′s disease, a highly contagious viral neoplastic disease affecting birds, which is characterized by T cell lymphoma and malignant nodules in various organs. Marek Disease Virus (MDV), a member of the avian herpesvirus family, initiates infection in the respiratory tract, leading to early cytolytic infection in B cells and a latent infection in CD4+ T-cells. This process ultimately results in lymphoma formation throughout the body, highlighting the importance of understanding MDV′s mechanisms for developing effective treatments and vaccines. While vaccination can prevent tumor formation in infected chickens, viral transmission continues, making MDV detection and study essential for controlling outbreaks. MDV (3H9) antibody serves as an invaluable tool for researchers exploring Marek′s disease pathogenesis and immune response in affected birds.
Ordering Information
| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
MDV Antibody (3H9) | sc-73377 | 100 µg/ml | $322.00 |