| abstract |
A calcified globule derived from renal/urinary calculus or an arteriosclerosis plaque derived from a carotid artery is immunized, and the screening is carried out on the calcified globule (NLO), thereby producing a specific antibody. The antibody can react specifically with an area where arteriosclerosis occurs (i.e., a calcified lesion area). A arteriosclerosis plaque (particularly a calcified lesion area) can be visualized by using a fluorescently labeled product of the antibody. |