Antibodies Flashcards
1
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What are the 5 classes of antibodies?
A
IgM IgA IgG IgE IgD
2
Q
Describe IgM
A
Produced by B cells, largest and first to appear, made in spleen
3
Q
Describe IgA
A
Plays critical role in mucosal immunity
4
Q
Describe IgG
A
Antibody isotope, has two binding sites for antibodies, most abundant in blood stream, produced by B cells
5
Q
Describe IgE
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Found only in mammals, immunity to parasites and protozoa
6
Q
Describe IgD
A
Produced in small amounts, monomeric antibody
7
Q
What are lysozymes
A
Enzymes that damage bacterial cell walls
Found in secretions (i.e. tears, milk)
8
Q
What is lactoperoxidase?
A
An enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of substrates by hydrogen peroxide
