Radiolabeling of protoporphyrin-daratumumab conjugate with 161Tb as a CD38 immunotherapeutic agent for multiple myeloma
摘要
The development of antibody–drug conjugates for cancer therapy has shown great potential in improving targeted treatment efficacy. This study explores the conjugation of daratumumab, a monoclonal antibody targeting CD38, with protoporphyrin IX and subsequent radiolabeling with terbium-161 (161Tb) for potential use as a targeted immunotherapeutic agent in multiple myeloma. The conjugation process involves stable linkage to retain the therapeutic properties of daratumumab, and 161Tb radiolabeling offers enhanced cytotoxicity through localized beta-emission and Auger electron effects. In vitro studies demonstrate significant inhibition of myeloma cell growth and increased apoptosis, providing a foundation for further preclinical investigation of this conjugate as a targeted radionuclide therapy in hematologic malignancies.