Conjugates and Malignant Disease

This book provides a comprehensive overview of antibody conjugates for in vivo applications. It discusses each of the major classes of antibody conjugates used in cancer diagnosis and therapy, as well as the major chemical and biological aspects of antibody selection, conjugate preparation, characterization, and application. The book is designed to close the information gap that exists regarding these compounds between such diverse disciplines as radiochemists, immunochemists, oncologists, clinicians and immunologists. It also provides a thorough overview for newcomers to the field.