4 Questions
What is the function of the hinge region in a B cell receptor (BCR)?
Regulating signaling events initiated by antigen binding
Why is flexibility important for the hinge region of a BCR?
To allow a wide range of antigens to be recognized
Which statement about the light chain of an antibody is TRUE?
All antibodies from a B cell have identical light chains
How does the hinge region contribute to the stability of a BCR?
By containing disulfide bonds
Test your knowledge on the structure and function of antibodies, including the composition of heavy and light chains, antigen binding sites, and variability in B cell antibodies. Understand the roles of constant and variable domains in antibody function.
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