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CS Flashcards

1
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What is the most common immunoglobulin in the blood?

A

lgG

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2
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What immunoglobulin has a pentamer shape?

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IgM

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3
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What shape are most immunoglobulins?

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Monomer
lgA can sometimes be a dimer

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4
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What is the function of lgG ?

A

Enhance phagocytosis of bacteria and viruses
Fixes complement and passes it to fetal circulation

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5
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Where is IgA found?

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Predominant immunoglobulin found in breast milk
Also found also found in secretions of digestive, respiratory, urogenital tract and system

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6
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What is the function of lgM?

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First immunoglobulin secreted in response to infection

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7
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What is the least common immunoglobulin?

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IgE

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8
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What is the role of IgD?

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B cell activation

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What is the function of IgE?

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Mediate type 1 hypersensitivity reactions
Provide immunity to helminths and parasites
Causes mast cell degranulation

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