MDV Antibody (5C2): sc-73375

MDV Antibody (5C2) is a mouse monoclonal IgM antibody that detects Marek Disease Virus in Marek Disease Virus by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Anti-MDV antibody (5C2) plays a crucial role in the study of Marek′s disease, a highly contagious viral neoplastic disease affecting birds, characterized by T cell lymphoma and the presence of malignant nodules in internal 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 latent infection in CD4+ T-cells. This process is significant as MDV (5C2) monoclonal antibody ultimately results in the formation of lymphomas throughout the body, highlighting the importance of understanding the virus′s mechanisms for developing effective treatments and vaccines. While vaccination can prevent tumor formation in infected chickens, MDV (5C2) antibody does not stop the virus′s transmission, making the detection and study of MDV essential for controlling outbreaks. Anti-MDV antibody (5C2) is an invaluable tool for researchers aiming to explore the dynamics of this virus and its impact on avian health.