Rheumatoid arthritis is a condition in which the body’s immune system attacks its own cells. Monoclonal antibodies can be used to treat the disease. The table outlines the ways in which five different monoclonal antibodies can act. Inflammation and swelling in the joints are symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. The cytokine TNFalpha activates cells in the immune system, which results in the death of cells in the joint. Which monoclonal antibody types could be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis?
- A1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
- B1, 2, 3 and 4 only
- C2, 3 and 5 only
- D4 and 5 only