Immunoconjugate

**Semantic type:** Chemical Viewed Functionally

**Definition:** An agent that consists of an immune substance, such as a monoclonal antibody, antigen or an immunoglobulin, and covalently bound to other molecule(s), usually either a toxin, a radioisotope, or a cytotoxic agent. Immunoconjugates allow for specific delivery of certain substances to specific cells or tissues for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.

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