antibodies Flashcards
1
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What are antibodies
A
They are proteins with specific binding sites synthesised by b cells
2
Q
What are antibodies made of
A
Four polypeptide chains and made of two long ones (heavy) and 2 short chains ones (light)
3
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How does the antibody lead to the destruction of the antigen
A
They cause agglutination of the bacterial cells (Figure 2). In this way clumps of bacterial cells are formed, making it easier for the phagocytes to locate them as they are less spread-out within the body.
• They then serve as markers that stimulate phagocytes to engulf the bacterial cells to which they are attached.
4
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What can monoclonal antibodies be used for
A
Used in targeting medication
