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Which class of immunoglobulin is the most abundant in serum and extracellular fluid?
Which class of immunoglobulin is the most abundant in serum and extracellular fluid?
What is the primary role of IgA antibodies?
What is the primary role of IgA antibodies?
Which class of immunoglobulin is primarily involved in allergic reactions?
Which class of immunoglobulin is primarily involved in allergic reactions?
Which antibody class is formed first in response to an infection?
Which antibody class is formed first in response to an infection?
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What distinguishes IgD from other immunoglobulin classes?
What distinguishes IgD from other immunoglobulin classes?
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Flashcards
Antibody classes
Antibody classes
Five types of immunoglobulins found in vertebrates: IgG, IgA, IgM, IgE, and IgD.
IgG function
IgG function
A common antibody class that helps protect the body against pathogens. (immune response).
IgA function
IgA function
Found in bodily secretions like saliva and breast milk, protecting against pathogens.
IgM function
IgM function
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IgE function
IgE function
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