TOL6 Antibody
Description
L6 Antibody: A Tumor-Targeting Monoclonal Antibody
The L6 monoclonal antibody recognizes a 22 kDa glycoprotein antigen overexpressed on non-small cell lung, breast, and colon carcinomas . Key characteristics include:
In Phase I trials, L6 combined with deoxyspergualin (DSG) demonstrated suppressed human anti-mouse antibody (HAMA) responses, with anti-L6 antibody levels ≤2150 ng/ml . No significant antitumor activity was observed .
TAL6/TM4SF1-Targeted Strategies
Tumor-associated antigen L6 (TAL6/TM4SF1), a transmembrane glycoprotein, is expressed in multiple cancers but minimal in normal tissues . Recent advancements include:
rlipo-Th-Epi-L6: A Lipidated Polyepitope Vaccine
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Design: Fusion of TAL6 B-cell (EP1) and T-cell epitopes with a lipidated TLR2 agonist .
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Immune Response:
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Efficacy: Reduced tumor size by 67% and extended disease-free survival in murine models .
Comparison of TAL6 Vaccine Candidates
| Parameter | rlipo-Th-Epi-L6 | rTh-Epi-L6 |
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| DC Activation (TLR2) | Yes | No |
| Antibody Duration | >30 days | <20 days |
| Disease-Free Survival | 33% at 30 days | 0% |
CLDN6-Targeted Antibody-Drug Conjugate (TORL-1-23)
While not directly related to TOL6, TORL-1-23—a CLDN6-targeted ADC—shares structural similarities with tumor-antigen-focused biologics:
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Phase I Results (NCT04972981):
Critical Research Gaps and Future Directions
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TOL6 Specificity: No peer-reviewed studies or clinical trials explicitly reference "TOL6 Antibody." Potential nomenclature errors (e.g., TAL6, L6) warrant clarification.
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Therapeutic Optimization: Lipidated vaccines (e.g., rlipo-Th-Epi-L6) demonstrate enhanced immunogenicity over non-lipidated counterparts, suggesting a pathway for improving antibody efficacy .
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Resistance Mechanisms: Mutation-prone tumor antigens like HER2 highlight the need for polyclonal antibody induction strategies .
