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Which of the following properties is NOT associated with antigens?
Which of the following properties is NOT associated with antigens?
Which of the following statements is true about an individual's own constituent antigen?
Which of the following statements is true about an individual's own constituent antigen?
What is the minimum molecular weight for a substance to be considered an antigen?
What is the minimum molecular weight for a substance to be considered an antigen?
What is the main function of antigens in the body?
What is the main function of antigens in the body?
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Study Notes
Antigen Properties
- Not inducing an immune response is a property NOT associated with antigens.
Individual's Own Constituent Antigen
- An individual's own constituent antigen is recognized as self and does not trigger an immune response.
Antigen Molecular Weight
- The minimum molecular weight for a substance to be considered an antigen is 4,000-5,000 daltons.
Antigen Function
- The main function of antigens in the body is to stimulate an immune response, activating immune cells to eliminate pathogens or foreign substances.
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Test your knowledge on antigen properties and their role in immune response with this quiz. Explore concepts such as foreignness, size, and molecular structure, and see how well you understand the key properties of antigens.
