12 Questions
What is the most common type of immunoglobulin found in serum?
IgG
Which immunoglobulin is a pentameric structure?
IgM
Which immunoglobulin is a monomer in the serum but a dimer in secretion?
IgA
Which immunoglobulin is the antigen receptor on a B cell?
IgD
What happens to IgM molecules when the J chain breaks?
They become monomers
Where is IgA primarily found?
Secretion
What does the term 'isotype' refer to in the context of immunoglobulins?
The constant heavy chain of antibodies within a species
How many subclasses of IgG antibodies are mentioned in the text?
Four
Which immunoglobulin has only one subclass according to the text?
IgE
How do the constant heavy chains of IgG antibodies from different species typically compare?
They have significant differences
Why are different genetic products produced for IgG subclasses?
To create subclasses with different amino acid sequences
What is the main difference between isotype and subclass classification of immunoglobulins?
Isotype classification is based on genetic products, while subclass classification is based on functional differences.
Test your knowledge about multiple myeloma cancer and antibodies, including the types like IgG and IgM. Learn about the characteristics of different antibodies and their functions.
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