5 Questions
Which of the following is true about haptens?
Haptens can become immunogenic when bound to a carrier protein.
What type of antigens are viral and bacterial proteins that cross-link T cell receptors to the major histocompatibility complex class II?
Superantigens
What characterizes the most potent immunogens according to the text?
High molecular weight proteins
Which of the following is not an antigenic substance according to the text?
Carbohydrates
What is the main requirement for a substance to be immunogenic according to the text?
Being recognized by the body as foreign or non-self
Test your knowledge about antigens, immunogens, and haptens - the molecules that interact with the immune system and trigger specific responses. Learn about the characteristics of immunogenic substances and the concept of haptens in immunology.
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