| abstract |
The present invention provides a fully human antibody that binds to the respiratory syncytial virus F protein, a composition comprising the antibody, and a method of using the same. The antibodies of the present invention are useful for preventing cell membrane fusion of the virus and preventing the spread of the virus between cells, preventing the infection, or treating a patient suffering from the infection, and one or more symptoms associated with the viral infection or Provides a means to alleviate complications. The antibody can also be usefully used in the diagnosis of infection by RSV. |