What is one advantage to using monoclonal antibodies rather than polyclonal antibodies in immunophenotyping?
a. They are commercially available.
b. The antigen can be recognized even if some parts of it are abnormal.
c. They have high purity and reproducibility.
d. They can be directly attached to fluorochromes.
Correct Answer: C
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